English footballing giants Chelsea and Manchester United go head-to-head in a mammoth Premier League clash this weekend as the battle for Champions League places heats up. We’ve previewed the latest football odds ahead of the fixture and picked out our best betting tips to help you win some money.
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Chelsea vs Manchester United
Saturday 22nd October, 5:30pm
Stamford Bridge, London
Live on Sky Sports Main Event
Chelsea vs Manchester United Football Preview
Both these sides are a long way off the dominant English forces we saw in the late 2000s, with each going through their own transitional period as they look for a route back to the summit. Erik ten Hag’s United have been on a rollercoaster ride since the start of the season, with the highs of beating Liverpool and Arsenal quickly nullified in the Manchester derby.
Chelsea’s transition is much more recent, with the Blues showing signs of improvement in key areas since the arrival of tactician Graham Potter. He has tightened things up defensively, whilst also seemingly managing to get the best out of an attack that was misfiring under Thomas Tuchel. This is a huge match for both clubs, as it will give a real indication of where each side is in their rebuild.
Chelsea are undefeated at Stamford Bridge since the new manager took over, with back-to-back wins and clean sheets against AC Milan and Wolves most recently. However, United’s away record is among the best in the league, with three wins in their last four Premier League games on the road. The Reds will no doubt be happy to let Chelsea control proceedings on the ball, with United’s best work this season having come in the transition.
The hosts will need to deal with the counter-attacking threat offered by the likes of Marcus Rashford and Antony if they are to pick up the points, whilst also carving out chances against a far better United defence than we have seen in recent years. This fixture is finely poised, and although we don’t expect it to be a high-scoring end-to-end affair, it should prove an exciting match.
Chelsea vs Manchester United Football Odds
Chelsea (10/11) are strong favourites ahead of the match, with visitors United (59/22) huge underdogs. The draw has been a common result between these two teams of late, with the odds 45/17 for the same outcome this weekend. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (7/2) looks rejuvenated and is leading the odds to open the scoring, with Cristiano Ronaldo (5/1) United’s favourite to break the deadlock despite his inconsistent selection.
Chelsea vs Manchester United Betting Tips
*Odds correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Draw – 45/17
The last four meetings between these sides have ended all-square and they look fairly evenly matched heading into the game. You get the feeling that United would take a point on the road, whilst Chelsea will have to be at their best to take all three.
Under 2.5 goals – 13/12
This has rarely been a high scoring fixture in the last decade. A remarkable 18 of the last 25 matches between these two have seen under 2.5 goals, with both looking improved defensively this season.
Marcus Rashford anytime goalscorer – 17/2
This game will suit Rashford’s pace, and if anyone is going to be a threat for United, it’s him. His goals on the break against both Liverpool and Arsenal highlight just what a threat he can be in transitions.
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