Manchester United will look to steady the ship when they host Chelsea at Old Trafford on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Softfootball reports that the Red Devils are reeling from a heavy 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City , their second loss in four league outings, and pressure is mounting on manager Ruben Amorim to deliver a response.
Team NewsUnited's inconsistent form has left fans frustrated, and speculation is growing that Amorim could face the axe during the October international break if results don't improve. His record of 31 points from 31 league matches has only intensified scrutiny. Still, there are positives: United have won two of their last three home league games, already matching the total from their previous 11 D2, L7. The return of Matheus Cunha and Diogo Dalot will also be a boost, though Lisandro Martinez ACL and Mason Mount remain long-term absentees.
Chelsea arrive in Manchester off the back of their first loss of the season, a 3-1 Champions League setback against Bayern Munich . That result, coupled with a 2-2 draw at Brentford, has left Enzo Maresca demanding his side "build something special." The Blues have been steady travellers in the league, losing just one of their last six away games W3, D2.