Match Predictions: Manchester United vs Chelsea

Manchester United vs Chelsea — Premier League Match Preview

Date: 20th September,2025
Venue: Old Trafford

Manchester United enter this match under pressure. They sit 14th in the Premier League with just one win in their first four league games this season.
Chelsea are unbeaten in their last four Premier League matches and currently sitting 5th in the standings.
Chelsea have not won at Old Trafford in the league since May 2013, making this trip particularly challenging.

Manchester United

Matheus Cunha and Mason Mount are fit again and expected to be available.
Manager Ruben Amorim has emphasized that the squad is not at full fitness, and converting chances and defending tight moments remain issues for the team.

Chelsea

Reece James is ruled out for several weeks with a knee injury.
N’Golo Kanté is expected to be out for around four months following surgery on his hamstring.
Wesley Fofana is another long-term absentee.

Enzo Maresca (Chelsea manager) has stressed that despite United’s poor run, matches at Old Trafford are never easy, meaning Chelsea cannot afford to be complacent.
United will be motivated to perform at home—they need to show improvement in defense, consistency, and goal conversion to ease fan pressure.
Chelsea under Maresca often look to press high and exploit quick transitions. With their attacking options, they may try to capitalize on any defensive lapses from United.

Manchester United:
Players like Bruno Fernandes, and others who can create chances will be crucial.
Chelsea:
Cole Palmer appears match-fit, and his attacking contributions will be important. Also, despite injury absences, Chelsea’s remaining squad must step up.

Expect a tense opening from United, trying to defend tightly while waiting for counter-attack or set-piece opportunities.
Chelsea will likely dominate possession and try to control the midfield, but Old Trafford and United’s home resilience may make scoring difficult.
Given current form and injuries, Chelsea are slight favorites, but United have enough to make it competitive.

Likely Scoreline: Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea