Pre-match reading:
• Why Jordan Henderson and Bruno Fernandes are set to play key roles at Stamford Bridge
• How Ratcliffe & INEOS have failed at Man Utd - Part 1: Player recruitment
• How Ratcliffe & INEOS have failed at Man Utd - Part 2: Managerial moves
• Under-fire Carrick not surprised to still be in Man Utd job, backs Fernandes as captain
Live updates:
11:00 CET - Hello and welcome to Flashscore's live coverage of a Premier League blockbuster between Chelsea and Manchester United!
The two English giants are getting the ball rolling this weekend, and while it may not be a top-of-the-table clash as it has been so many times in the past, it's a crucial one nonetheless.
That's especially the case for under-fire Michael Carrick, who is somewhat surprisingly still the Man Utd boss given his side extended their winless run to eight games last time out with a 3-0 defeat at home to Bournemouth. Another heavy defeat today would surely spell the end for him.
Things aren't anywhere near as precarious for Xabi Alonso, but the Chelsea faithful will be expecting nothing less than a win at Stamford Bridge today after watching their side be dominated and beaten by rivals Tottenham last weekend before losing to Liverpool on penalties in the EFL Cup.
Kick-off is at 13:30 CET, and we'll be posting the team news and live updates throughout the match right here.
