Man Utd vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction tonight after Scott McTominay brace
Erik ten Hag’s men are hoping to bounce back after losing to Newcastle
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Your support makes all the difference.Scott McTominay fired an impressive Manchester United to victory over Chelsea as Erik ten Hag’s side bounced back into the Premier League’s top six.
McTominay scored both of the hosts goals in an entertaining 2-1 win as the hosts found their attacking flow.
After Bruno Fernandes had seen a spot-kick saved, the Scottish midfielder’s neatly-taken volley put the home side into a deserved lead 20 minutes in. Cole Palmer levelled just before half-time, though, as Chelsea rallied, causing regular problems for Ten Hag’s defence.
The Dutch manager responded with a switch at the interval, bringing on Sergio Reguilon and moving Luke Shaw to a central position to secure things at the back.
The move worked, affording McTominay the freedom to stride forward and powerfully direct home an inviting cross from Alejandro Garnacho home to put Manchester United back in front.
And though Armando Broja struck the woodwork with a header later on, Andre Onana was largely untroubled during the second half as the hosts moved ahead of Newcastle. Eddie Howe’s side will go back in front with a win or draw at Everton on Thursday night; Chelsea, meanwhile remain tenth.
Follow all the action from Old Trafford below plus get the latest odds and tips below:
Manchester United 0-0 Chelsea, 2 minutes
Nicolas Jackson neatly puts the ball between Harry Maguire’s legs and chases after it, with the extending of a blocking arm from the Manchester United defender unpunished by referee Chris Kavanagh despite (or perhaps because of) Jackson’s theatrical tumble.
Chelsea’s defence, meanwhile, looks rather different than expected - Levi Colwill is occupying the left back berth, Marc Cucurella at right back, and Axel Disasi is alongside Thiago Silva. Hmm.
Manchester United 0-0 Chelsea, 1 minute
Cole Palmer is muscled off the ball as Manchester United settle into their defensive shape, Bruno Fernandes just ahead of Sofyan Amrabat and Scott McTominay. It looks like Palmer will occupy the creative role in behind Nicolas Jackson - matching 4-2-3-1s.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
A few deep breaths from the players as they acquaint themselves with the chilly evening air. The travelling Chelsea fans are in good voice as Nicolas Jackson prepares to kick things off.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Chris Kavanagh is our referee tonight, while I’m sure we’ll be needing the input of David Coote at some point - he’s on VAR duties.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Lights up in Manchester. Levi Colwill and Bruno Fernandes take their places at the head of the respective lines and lead the two teams out.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Back down the tunnel disappear the players, readying themselves for kick off. These have been two chaotic clubs this season - could we have a helter-skelter affair in store?
Switch of captain for Chelsea
An amendment to Chelsea’s earlier team announcement graphic - Levi Colwill takes the captain’s armband tonight, not Raheem Sterling as the club initially suggested. A proud moment, no doubt, for the 20-year-old, who has been with the club for more than a decade.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Newcastle don’t play until tomorrow night, so sixth spot is Manchester United’s for the taking this evening. A win would also move them level on points with Tottenham, who take on West Ham tomorrow.
Chelsea, meanwhile, could go into the top half.
Manchester United vs Chelsea
No goals, by the way, with 20 minutes or so gone in the four earlier kick-offs on a busy evening of Premier League action. No surprises, perhaps, that teams are struggling to warm into their work - it’s mighty cold out tonight.
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