Manchester United resumes their Premier League campaign under interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, hosting Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday.
This match marks United’s first league game since Erik ten Hag’s departure, with Van Nistelrooy looking to capitalize on the momentum from his emphatic 5-2 EFL Cup victory over Leicester.
Although newly appointed manager Ruben Amorim won’t be in the dugout yet, United will aim for a strong performance to start this new era.
Chelsea arrives at Old Trafford following an inconsistent spell, which includes a 2-0 EFL Cup loss to Newcastle.
With only two wins in their last five matches across all competitions, the Blues will need a sharp performance to avoid dropping crucial points as they prepare to face Arsenal next in the league.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Man United vs. Chelsea live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in UK:
TV channel: SkySports
Live stream: Sky Go app
This game is available for live TV broadcast on Sky Sports. Streaming option is available on Sky Go app for fans in the United Kingdom (UK).
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What time does Man United vs. Chelsea kick off in UK?
This Premier League clash takes place at the Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester, United Kingdom and kicks off on Sunday, November 3 at 4:30 p.m. local time.
Date | Sunday, Nov. 3 |
Kick-off time | 4:30 p.m. BST |
Venue | Old Trafford |
Location | Manchester, England |
Man United vs. Chelsea lineups, team news
Manchester United are set to start Andre Onana, Noussair Mazraoui, and Rasmus Hojlund, with Altay Bayındır, Victor Lindelof, and Joshua Zirkzee moving to the bench. Christian Eriksen could replace Manuel Ugarte in midfield.
However, the Red Devils will be without several key players due to injury, including Mainoo, Maguire, Yoro, Shaw, Malacia, Mount, and Antony.
Man United predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Onana (GK) — Dalot, De Ligt, Martinez, Mazraoui — Casemiro, Ugarte, Fernandes — Rashford, Hojlund, Garnacho
Injured: Mainoo, Maguire, Yoro, Shaw, Malacia, Mount, and Antony
Suspended: None
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is expected to shake up the starting XI following their EFL Cup exit. Filip Jorgensen will make way for Robert Sanchez in goal, and Nicolas Jackson will return to lead the attack, with Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk dropping to the bench.
Defender Ben Chilwell remains sidelined as he recovers from illness. Meanwhile, Reece James is set to start at left-back, replacing Malo Gusto. Meanwhile, Jadon Sancho, who missed the EFL Cup clash due to illness, is ineligible to play against his former club.
Chelsea predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Sanchez (GK) — James, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella — Caicedo, Lavia — Madueke, Palmer, Neto — Jackson
Injured: Chillwell
Suspended: None
Man United vs. Chelsea Prediction
Expect an intense match. However, Chelsea’s squad depth and Cole Palmer’s red-hot form give the Blues a slight edge. Expecting Chelsea to secure all three points at Old Trafford this Sunday.
- Prediction: Man United 1-2 Chelsea
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times GMT
Saturday, November 2
- Newcastle United vs. Arsenal (12:30 p.m.)
- AFC Bournemouth vs. Manchester City (3:00 p.m.)
- Ipswich Town vs. Leicester City (3:00 p.m.)
- Liverpool vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (3:00 p.m.)
- Southampton vs. Everton (3:00 p.m.)
- Nottingham Forest vs. West Ham United ((3:00 p.m.)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Crystal Palace (5:30 p.m.)
Sunday, November 3
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Aston Villa (2:00 p.m.)
- Manchester United vs. Chelsea (4:30 p.m.)
Monday, November 4
- Fulham vs. Brentford (8:00 p.m.)