Chelsea vs MU score prediction: Red Devils empty-handed
Chelsea vs MU: The away team continues their poor form, while Chelsea has a good chance of winning all 3 points at home at Stamford Bridge.
Although the Premier League season has entered its final stage, the match between Chelsea and MU at 2:15 am on May 17 still receives special attention. This is not only a battle between two traditional giants, but also a match that can decide Chelsea's position in the top European Cup next season, at the same time pushing Man United deeper into the worst season in Premier League history.
Chelsea lost 2-0 to Newcastle at St James' Park, ending a five-match winning streak in all competitions. However, the Blues' home form remains impressive. They are unbeaten at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League since Boxing Day, and have lost just two home games all season, a record only bettered by Liverpool and Aston Villa. Against Man United, Chelsea have also not suffered a home defeat since 2021.
However, coach Enzo Maresca faces a difficult personnel problem. Nicolas Jackson is suspended, while Nkunku and Marc Guiu are injured. The attack lacks a true striker, forcing Chelsea to make do with a lineup without the traditional number 9. The midfield and defense are also damaged with Fofana and Kellyman out for the rest of the season.
On the other side, Man United are in crisis. The 0-2 loss to West Ham at Old Trafford extended the Red Devils' winless streak to 7 in the Premier League. More worryingly, they only have 39 points and are ranked 16th in the rankings - a position that clearly reflects the unstoppable decline of the team that won the English championship 20 times. Away from home, MU also lost 3/4 of their recent matches, with defeats coming from not-so-strong opponents.
The long injury list is also a reason why coach Ruben Amorim's team is in a deadlock. From Zirkzee, Martinez, Dalot to young midfielder Yoro, all cannot play, forcing MU to rely on young players and makeshift plans. In that context, the lack of stability both mentally and tactically is pushing the Red Devils into a dead end.
Given the current situation, many international websites have made predictions that are unfavorable for the away team. Sportsmole predicts that Chelsea will win 2-0, while WhoScore and Nghe An Newspaper both predict a 3-1 result in favor of the home team at Stamford Bridge.
A win is within Chelsea’s reach, especially as they are motivated to qualify for the Champions League. On the contrary, if they continue to lose, Man United will face the scenario of not being able to reach the 40-point mark – a number that is usually reserved for teams that stay in the league.
Score prediction: Chelsea 3-1 Man United.
