Overview
- Live coverage is confirmed on TNT Sports and HBO Max in the UK, with Peacock carrying the match in the United States.
- Manchester United travel under interim coach Michael Carrick with Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martínez suspended and Matthijs de Ligt still sidelined.
- The Manchester United preview lists Filip Jorgensen, Levi Colwill, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Mykhailo Mudryk as unavailable for Chelsea, with Reece James working toward a return.
- Reports diverge on Enzo Fernández, with Yahoo listing him out through suspension and United’s preview saying Chelsea welcome him back.
- The result could shape Champions League qualification, with Chelsea chasing the top five after a poor run and United looking to firm up their place despite mixed league form.