Champions League qualification is at the forefront of minds at Old Trafford on Sunday as Chelsea arrive in Salford looking to blow open the race for second place in the league. United have struggled for consistency in recent weeks but in a game that pits Jose Mourinho against Antonio Conte, it’s sure to be a fire-cracker between two of the biggest teams in the league.
English Premier League – Manchester United vs Chelsea – Old Trafford – Sunday 25th February 2018 – Kick-off: 14.05 GMT
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Draw Best Odd of: 12/5 at Betfred |
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Manchester United
The reds have struggled in the league in recent weeks, dropping points at Tottenham and Newcastle, results that have left them 16 points behind Manchester City in the table. With 56 points from 27 games they sit 2nd in the table and with the FA Cup and Champions League trophies looking easier targets, Mourinho could direct his attention there rather than at the league. Romelu Lukaku has notched 20 goals for the reds in all competitions and has gone some way towards repaying the £75 million spent on him in the summer of 2017.
Chelsea
The wheels are in danger of falling off for Chelsea this season – having fallen off the pace in the Premier League, they will be prioritising the Champions League and the FA Cup this season. The Blues sit 4th in the Premier League table with 53 points from their opening 27 games and with 11 games to go, have a 19 point deficit to claw back on Manchester City and need to prioritise getting into a position to play Champions League football next season. Eden Hazard has been one of the few bright sparks for the Blues and his 15 goals could prove invaluable as the season progresses.
Manchester United vs Chelsea Head to Head
Manchester United dominate the head with a comprehensive 76:53 whilst another 49 games have ended as draws between the two teams. Chelsea picked up a comfortable 1-0 win over United earlier in the season thanks to an Alvaro Morata header at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United vs Chelsea Odds and Predictions
United like to keep things tight but Chelsea have a wealth of attacking options they can utilise.
Both teams to score – YES – looks a strong bet at 13/15 with Ladbrokes.
Romelu Lukaku used to play for Chelsea and would surely love to notch against his former club.
Romelu Lukaku to score anytime looks a shrewd move at 7/4 with Uni Bet.
There’s only 3 points separating the teams currently and nothing to separate them on paper.
The match to finish as a draw is a worthy punt at 12/5 with Betfred.
This could well be a cagey affair between two teams desperate for points in a big game.
Under 2.5 goals in the game looks a sensible punt at 7/10 with Coral.
Score Prediction
Manchester United 1 – 1 Chelsea – 11/2 with Betfair.
Top Manchester United vs Chelsea Betting Tip
Both sides need points in the chase for Champions League football and it should be a fantastic game. The match to finish as a draw and both teams to score is an excellent bet at 14/5 with William Hill.