The Premier League is set to serve a classic encounter as Manchester United hosts Chelsea at Old Trafford. Scheduled for September 20, 2025, this match promises to be a thrilling showdown, with both teams eager to improve their standings. Manchester United, currently placed 14th, needs a win to break free from their recent struggles, while Chelsea, sitting comfortably at 5th, will aim to maintain their momentum. Fans can look forward to an exciting clash given the recent forms of both teams and their historical encounters.
Manchester United – Chelsea: When and Where?
- City: Manchester
- Stadium: Old Trafford
- Date: 20 September 2025
- Hour: 18:30 SAST
The match will take place at the iconic Old Trafford stadium. Scheduled for an 18:30 SAST kickoff, fans in Manchester and around the world can mark their calendars for what promises to be an intense Premier League fixture.
Manchester United – Chelsea: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport
- Broadcast time: 18:30 SAST
South African football fans can catch the action live on SuperSport, which holds the broadcasting rights for Premier League matches in the region. The match is set to be broadcast at 18:30 SAST. To ensure you don’t miss a minute, consider checking your local listings or verifying details for broadcast channels by visiting Live Soccer.
Manchester United – Chelsea: Predicted Lineups
Anticipation is building as both teams prepare their squads for this much-awaited encounter. Here’s a look at the possible lineups and the injury concerns affecting both sides.
| 7Mason Mount |
| 10Matheus Cunha |
| 11Joshua Zirkzee |
| 15Leny Yoro |
| 25Manuel Ugarte |
| 26Ayden Heaven |
| 31Senne Lammens |
| 33Tyler Fredricson |
| 37Kobbie Mainoo |
| 4Tosin Adarabioyo |
| 11Jamie Bynoe-Gittens |
| 12Filip Jörgensen |
| 17Andrey Santos |
| 21Jorrel Hato |
| 27Malo Gusto |
| 32Tyrique George |
| 38Marc Guiu |
| 49Alejandro Garnacho |
Manchester United Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Manchester United will be eager to deploy a strong lineup despite a few fitness concerns. Key players returning could play a vital role in their strategy.
- Manchester United predicted lineup: Altay Bayindir – Leny Yoro – Matthijs de Ligt – Luke Shaw – Noussair Mazraoui – Bruno Fernandes – Manuel Ugarte – Patrick Dorgu – Amad Diallo – Bryan Mbeumo – Benjamin Sesko
- Manchester United injuries and suspensions: Lisandro Martinez, Matheus Cunha, Mason Mount, Diogo Dalot
Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Chelsea aims to continue their strong run, fielding a lineup that balances defence and attack. However, some injuries might affect their tactical approach.
- Chelsea predicted lineup: Robert Sanchez – Wesley Fofana – Trevoh Chalobah – Tosin Adarabioyo – Jorrel Hato – Moises Caicedo – Enzo Fernandez – Pedro Neto – Facundo Buonanotte – Jamie Bynoe-Gittens – Joao Pedro
- Chelsea injuries and suspensions: Benoît Badiashile, Levi Colwill, Romeo Lavia, Liam Delap, Dario Essugo
 Matthijs de Ligt back-injury Late September 2026 |
Benjamin Sesko leg-injury Early July 2026 |
 Jamie Bynoe-Gittens hamstring-injury Doubtful |
Estevao hamstring-injury Early August 2026 |
Romeo Lavia knock-injury Doubtful |
With both teams facing key injuries, the match’s outcome could hinge on how well they adapt and utilise their available squad depth.
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