Chelsea aim to end a poor run against Manchester United when they host the Red Devils in the Premier League on Saturday. Xabi Alonso's side, currently fifth with 13 points from eight games, have won just two of their last 17 league meetings with United.
Kick-off at Stamford Bridge is set for 12:30 GMT. Chelsea's recent form has been mixed, with a penalty shootout draw against Liverpool in the EFL Cup preceded by a 2-0 home defeat to Tottenham. Their top scorer this season is João Pedro, who has five goals in six appearances but is currently out injured.
Head-to-head history
Chelsea have struggled in this fixture for years. Their only two victories in the last 17 Premier League encounters both came at Stamford Bridge, in the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons. United won the last meeting 1-0 in April through a Matheus Cunha goal and are seeking a third consecutive league win over Chelsea for the first time since 1965.
Team news and predicted lineups
Chelsea will be without several key players. Maxence Lacroix suffered a hamstring injury at Anfield, joining long-term absentee Reece James on the sidelines. João Pedro is also out, having served a suspension in the cup. Morgan Rogers, who scored from the spot against Liverpool, is expected to start alongside Danny Welbeck, who has a strong record against his former club.
Michael Carrick's Manchester United arrive in poor form, winless in their last eight matches across all competitions. Bruno Fernandes is expected to return to the starting lineup after being dropped for criticising tactics, following clear-the-air talks with his manager. Harry Maguire could make his 300th Premier League appearance. United will be without several players including Kobbie Mainoo, Luke Shaw and Benjamin Šeško.
Chelsea's predicted lineup includes Mike Penders in goal, with a defence of Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill and Jorrel Hato. The midfield is likely to feature Jordan Henderson and Moisés Caicedo, supporting an attack of Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Danny Welbeck.
The match will be televised live in the UK on TNT Sports. Chelsea host Manchester United looking to close an eight-point gap to league leaders Manchester City and solidify their top-four ambitions. The club said in a statement, "Book hospitality now."
