In what promises to be the highlight of this weekend’s Premier League action, Man United will host Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday, with both teams aiming for crucial points before the upcoming international break.

Man United approaches the match following a 2-1 loss to West Ham United on October 27, a defeat that led to the club’s decision to part ways with manager Erik ten Hag.

In the interim, former club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy has taken the helm, aiming to inspire a turnaround until newly appointed Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim assumes control on November 11.

Currently sitting in 13th place with 11 points from nine matches, Manchester United will look to climb the table with a victory.

A win over Chelsea could potentially elevate the Red Devils to 10th place if Tottenham Hotspur falters against Aston Villa.

Van Nistelrooy’s confidence is bolstered by a recent 5-2 Carabao Cup triumph over Leicester, and he may retain much of the winning lineup. Notably, Noussair Mazraoui and Rasmus Hojlund could replace Victor Lindelof and Joshua Zirkzee, while Andre Onana is expected to return to goal.

Chelsea, coming off a 2-1 league win over Newcastle United, will also seek momentum after a disappointing 2-0 midweek loss to the same opponents in the Carabao Cup.

Manager Enzo Maresca will be without Jadon Sancho, who is ineligible to play against his parent club, leaving Pedro Neto to take his place on the left.

A win for Chelsea would propel them into the Premier League’s top four, surpassing Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.

Currently in 6th place with 17 points from nine games, Chelsea aims to secure a foothold among the league’s elite. With a 5:30 p.m. (Nigerian time) kick-off, fans can expect an intense battle as Man United and Chelsea fight for position and pride.

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