Manchester United recently faced turmoil after losing to West Ham. They sacked Erik ten Hag and appointed Ruud van Nistelrooy as interim manager. Rúben Amorim will officially take over as head coach on November 11. United will play Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday.
United’s poor start this season has affected player confidence. Van Nistelrooy aims to inspire the team and fans after a 5-2 win over Leicester. However, United has a long injury list. Antony has an ankle injury, and defenders Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia are out. Shaw’s recovery hit a setback. Full-back Noussair Mazraoui returned to play after a knee injury. Harry Maguire, Kobbie Mainoo, and Mason Mount might return for this match.
Chelsea’s coach, Enzo Maresca, has nearly a full squad for the game. Only Omari Kellyman is unavailable due to a hamstring injury. Jadon Sancho cannot play against his parent club, having joined Chelsea on loan from United.
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Manchester United’s record this season shows 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses. This is their worst start in the Premier League. They have a goal difference of -3 and only 8 goals scored in nine matches. Chelsea has not won at Old Trafford in their last 11 attempts.
Chelsea has been strong under Maresca, winning several recent matches. However, they struggled against top teams like Manchester City and Liverpool. They won against Newcastle, showcasing their attacking strength.
Key questions surround the match. Can Van Nistelrooy secure a win to boost his standing before Amorim arrives? A victory could help United recover. Can Chelsea exploit United’s current instability? They aim to take advantage of United’s uncertain situation.
Recently, Manchester United confirmed Rúben Amorim as their new manager. He signed a contract until 2027, with the club holding an option for an additional year. Amorim will continue with Sporting Lisbon until November 11. Van Nistelrooy will manage the team until then.
United’s leadership knew Amorim’s contract details before contacting Sporting Lisbon. They will pay around €10 million to release him early. Amorim has a strong coaching record, having won titles with Sporting CP. Van Nistelrooy’s future with United is still uncertain, but he will coach against Chelsea on Sunday.
