Manchester United and Chelsea lock horns this weekend in a crucial Premier League fixture for both teams.
Man United are aiming to bounce back from defeat in the Manchester derby, with recent reports claiming the pressure in increasing on head coach Ruben Amorim.
There are suggestions that Amorim has three games to save his job, starting with the visit of Chelsea who saw their unbeaten start to the season come to an end against Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday night.
Enzo Maresca’s side gave a decent account of themselves on their return to Europe’s top table, but were ultimately punished by individual mistakes at the Allianz Arena.
Still, the Blues do not have much time to feel sorry for themselves as another huge fixture is on the horizon as they look to send out a message to their title rivals.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Manchester United vs Chelsea is scheduled for a 5.30pm BST kick-off on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
The match will take place at Old Trafford.
Where to watch Manchester United vs Chelsea
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports. Coverage will begin at 5pm BST on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR ahead of the 5.30pm kick-off.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings at the ground!
Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights shortly after the final whistle with Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One at 10.30pm BST.
Manchester United vs Chelsea team news
Man Utd have doubts over Matheus Cunha, Mason Mount and Diogo Dalot after the trio missed the Manchester derby last weekend through injury.
Speaking before the defeat at the Etihad Stadium, Amorim did suggest Cunha was closest to making a return. The Portuguese tactician will provide an update during the pre-match press conference on Friday.
Deadline Day signing Senne Lammens could make his debut after another unconvincing goalkeeping display from Altay Bayindir against City. Elsewhere, Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro are pushing for starts.
Chelsea are set to be without Levi Colwill, Liam Delap, Benoit Badiashile, Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo for the trip to Old Trafford, leaving Maresca short of options.
Cole Palmer could be restored to the No10 role despite impressing on the right-wing against Bayern, while Joao Pedro is set to lead the line once again.
Former Man United winger Alejandro Garnacho could make his full Chelsea debut on his old stomping ground after successive substitute appearances and Estevao is pushing for a recall.
Manchester United vs Chelsea prediction
On paper, all signs point towards a Chelsea victory. However, there are plenty of factors to consider. One being this will be the Blues’ third tough away game in a row and another is their poor record at Old Trafford.
Furthermore, these are the kind of games where Man Utd typically rise to the occasion and produce a performance to provide hope for supporters.
All things considered, we are predicting a share of the points which is a result that doesn’t suit either side.
Draw, 1-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea are unbeaten against Man United in three after taking four points off the Red Devils last season. Though, you have to go all the way back to May 2013 for their last win at Old Trafford.
Manchester United wins: 83
Chelsea wins: 57
Draws: 57
Manchester United vs Chelsea match odds
Manchester United to win: 6/4
Chelsea to win: 13/10
Draw: 21/10
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
