The Manchester United vs Chelsea Premier League match for the 2025/26 season is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025. The kick-off is at 17:30 BST (10:30 PM PKT) at Old Trafford, Manchester.
Manchester United comes into this match with a mixed start to the season, having a win and some losses, while Chelsea enters undefeated in the league with 2 wins and 2 draws. Key player highlights include Casemiro for Man United and Moises Caicedo for Chelsea, with Chelsea having recently defeated West Ham 5-1. The match is expected to be tight and tactical.
Broadcast and streaming options include Sky Sports in the UK, Star Sports Network in India, and JioHotstar app/website for streaming. The game will also be covered live by ESPN and other sports broadcasters worldwide.
Key injuries for the match:
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Manchester United will miss Lisandro Martínez (ACL).
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Chelsea is without Benoît Badiashile, Dário Essugo, Liam Delap, Levi Colwill, and Romeo Lavia due to injuries.
This match is historically important as Manchester United have not lost to Chelsea at Old Trafford in the Premier League for 12 seasons (with 5 wins and 7 draws in that period).
Predictions from some sources favor a 2-1 win for Manchester United in this fixture
Match Preview
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Both teams are strong contenders; Chelsea currently sits fifth in the league, while Manchester United is in 14th place. Chelsea recently lost 3-1 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League and aims to bounce back.
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Manchester United is under pressure with mixed performances so far, including a recent 3-0 loss to Manchester City.
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Historically, Manchester United has a strong home record against Chelsea, unbeaten in the last 12 Premier League home games vs Chelsea.
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Chelsea remains unbeaten domestically this season with 2 wins and 2 draws.
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The match is expected to be tightly contested, with Chelsea slightly favored for the win.
Manchester United vs Chelsea Live Online:
DAZN is streaming Manchester United vs Chelsea live for account holders. Those without an account can use their 30-day free trial* by signing up through the relevant link based on location.
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TV Channels: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Ultra HDR
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Live Streaming: Sky Go app (for subscribers), NOW TV (with day/monthly membership)
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Radio Coverage: BBC Radio 5 Live
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Geo-restrictions apply
In the UK, fans can also stream the match on 1xBet and bet365.
In the USA, watch the match live on FuboTV.
These TV channels are showing this match live in different countries:
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UK: Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League
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USA: FuboTV
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Portugal: Match TV
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Ukraine: V Sport Jalkapallo, V Sport Premium:
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BBC Radio 5 Live
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TalkSport Radio
Viewing Information:
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TV Channels: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Ultra HDR
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Live Streaming: Sky Go app, NOW TV
Live Streaming
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Live Scorecard
Probable Playing XIs
Manchester United (3-4-2-1):
Bayındır (GK); Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw (Defenders); Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu (Midfield); Mbeumo, Amad (Attacking Midfield); Šeško (Forward).
Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
Sánchez (GK); James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella (Defenders); Caicedo, Fernández (Defensive Midfield); Estêvão, Palmer, Garnacho (Attacking Midfield); Pedro (Forward).
FAQs
When and where is the match taking place?
The match is on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Old Trafford, Manchester. Kick-off is at 5:30 PM BST (10:30 PM PKT).
What TV channels and platforms will broadcast the match?
In the UK, it will be on Sky Sports. In India, the match will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and streamed live on JioHotstar. ESPN covers it in the USA.
What is the referee and VAR lineup for the match?
A: Referee is Peter Bankes and VAR official is Craig Pawson.
What are the recent form and head-to-head stats?
Manchester United has 2 wins, Chelsea also with 2 wins and 1 draw in recent meetings. Chelsea won the last match 1-0 (May 2025).
Any injury concerns for the teams?
Man Utd miss Lisandro Martínez (ACL). Chelsea players Dário Essugo, Liam Delap, Levi Cowlill are out, with doubts over Roméo Lavia, Benoît Badiashile. Mykhailo Mudryk suspended.
What is the significance of this fixture?
Old Trafford has been tough for Chelsea historically; Man Utd unbeaten against Chelsea at home in last 12 EPL meetings. The match holds high pressure on Man Utd after poor recent form.