Chelsea vs. Manchester United – Preview and Prediction 04/04/2024 – Football News, Previews, Predictions, Transfers

Mauricio Pochettino’s team will seek another positive outcome as they host the Red Devils at Stamford Bridge on Thursday evening.

Match Preview

Chelsea, currently 11th in the table, have avoided defeat in their last five Premier League matches, trailing sixth-placed Manchester United by eight points.

They drew 2-2 against Burnley on Saturday, despite facing a 10-man opposition in the second half due to Lorenz Assignon’s red card.

Despite having 70% possession and 33 shots, Chelsea conceded the lead twice, with Cole Palmer scoring a brace.

This draw extended Chelsea’s unbeaten streak to five matches, with only two losses in their last 10 games.

Additionally, Pochettino’s side has won five of their last seven home league games, with only one defeat.

Manchester United also drew against lower-league opposition in their last match, playing out a 1-1 stalemate with Brentford.

Although Mason Mount seemingly secured victory for the Red Devils in the 96th minute, Kristoffer Ajer equalized in the 99th minute.

Despite winning five of their last eight Premier League matches, Manchester United has been inconsistent recently, especially in away games.

They have recorded three wins, two draws, and four losses in their last nine away league matches, highlighting their struggles on the road.

Head-to-head:

Surprisingly, Chelsea hasn’t won any of their last 12 Premier League meetings with Manchester United, although they’ve drawn seven times during this period.

Moreover, Manchester United has won only twice at Stamford Bridge since 2012, indicating Chelsea’s confidence in securing a positive result on Thursday.

Team news:

Chelsea will be without Reece James, Carney Chukwuemeka, Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Robert Sanchez, Romeo Lavia, Christopher Nkunku, and Malo Gusto due to injuries.

Manchester United also has several injury concerns, with Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Anthony Martial, Raphael Varane, Jonny Evans, and Victor Lindelof sidelined.

Prediction:

While Manchester United’s away performances have been inconsistent lately, Chelsea has been reliable at home.

Our prediction suggests that Chelsea will score more than 2.5 goals on their way to defeating Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.