Ruben Amorim’s latest challenge as Manchester United manager is a tricky-looking Premier League clash with Chelsea.
The Red Devils’ last-gasp victory over Burnley before the international break remains their only win of the term, with another limp performance last weekend meaning they have now tasted defeat to Arsenal, Grimsby Town and neighbourhood rivals Manchester City. The hot seat is now scorching for Amorim amid another dismal run.
Chelsea will be eager to pile even more misery on United this Saturday, but have had the disadvantage of travelling across Europe midweek. The Blues jetted off to Germany for their 3–1 defeat to Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.
What Time Does Man Utd vs. Chelsea Kick-Off?
- Location: Manchester, England
- Stadium: Old Trafford
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 20
- Kick-off Time: 5:30 p.m. BST / 12:30 p.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. PT
Man Utd vs. Chelsea Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
- Man Utd: 2 wins
- Chelsea: 2 wins
- Draws: 1
- Last meeting: Chelsea 1-0 Man Utd (May 16, 2025) – Premier League
Man Utd Team News
Amorim has confirmed two positive injury updates, with Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount featuring in Saturday’s squad against Chelsea. The pair were injured in the win over Burnley and missed the Manchester derby. However, Amorim is without three defenders for the weekend, with Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martínez and Tyrell Malacia all absent.
Chelsea Team News
Maresca has confirmed former United forward Alejandro Garnacho is “ready to start“ this weekend. Chelsea are without the injured trio of Dário Essugo, Liam Delap and Levi Colwill, while Roméo Lavia and Benoît Badiashile are both doubts. Maresca revealed Cole Palmer is fit and available, with the attacking midfielder scoring in his last two matches for the Blues. Mykhailo Mudryk is still suspended.
Predicted Lineups
Man Utd predicted lineup vs. Chelsea (3-4-2-1): Bayındır; Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Amad; Šeško.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs. Man Utd (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Estêvão, Palmer, Garnacho; Pedro.
Score Prediction
Old Trafford has often proved more of a hindrance than help for United in recent times and the atmosphere for Chelsea’s visit is unlikely to pleasant. Chelsea have not been flawless this season but boast a significantly stronger and deeper squad than their hosts. Amorim tasted defeat in his first meeting with Chelsea in May and may have to accept a similar fate on Saturday.
Prediction: Man Utd 1–3 Chelsea