Stamford Bridge will witness an epic showdown this Thursday, April 4th, as two English football titans, Chelsea and Manchester United, clash in the 31st round of the Premier League.
Both teams seem to be on similar trajectories this year. While Chelsea sits 11th with a relatively inexperienced squad under Mauricio Pochettino, Manchester United occupies sixth place on the table. However, they've been facing struggles beyond their league position, suggesting that their signings haven't fully matched the standards set in the previous season.
With that being said, join Playing for 90 for our Chelsea vs. Manchester United preview, which features team news, predicted lineups, and more.
Chelsea vs. Manchester United match preview
- Kick-off: April 4th.
- Kick-off time: 12:15 pm PT, 3:15 pm ET, 8:15 pm BST.
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London.
- TV channel / live stream in U.S. and U.K.: TNT Sports 1, Discovery+, Peacock Premium.
Chelsea news
Chelsea, currently 11th with 40 points, has faced a challenging season. However, they've secured three wins and three draws in their last six matches, providing momentum for this crucial encounter.
Key players to watch include Cole Palmer, who has become instrumental under Pochettino with 16 goals and 12 assists across all competitions, and Enzo Fernández, a vital presence in Chelsea's midfield due to his vision, technical ability, and defensive prowess.
Manchester United news
Managed by Erik ten Hag, Manchester United sits sixth with 48 points, albeit having played one more game than Chelsea. The Red Devils have experienced an inconsistent season.
Rasmus Højlund, in particular, has been a pleasant surprise with his goal-scoring form earlier in the year. Despite two matches without a goal, he poses a threat to Chelsea's defense at Stamford Bridge.
Predicted lineups
- Chelsea: Đorđe Petrović; Malo Gusto, Benoît Badiashile, Axel Disasi; Marc Cucurella, Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo, Cole Palmer; Nicolas Jackson, Mijailo Mudryk, Raheem Sterling.
- Manchester United: David De Gea; Diogo Dalot, Victor Lindelöf, Harry Maguire, Aaron Wan-Bissaka; Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro; Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford; Rasmus Højlund.
With each side boasting talented players and strategic prowess, all eyes will be on Stamford Bridge as football fans eagerly await this high-stakes showdown.