MU met Chelsea in the context of increasing players’ dissatisfaction with coach Ten Hag. When the opponent’s spirit hits rock bottom, Chelsea needs to seize the opportunity to win at Old Trafford. The two Premier League giants are having a poor season until now, both MU and Chelsea are outside the top 6.

 

The Red Devils entered the epic battle after a humiliating defeat at Newcastle Stadium. In the middle of last week, they also “drawn like they lost” against Galatasaray, losing the right to self-determination in the Champions League. The humiliating performance at St James Park made former player Gary Neville say “so bored of my beloved club” and did not want to watch MU play anymore.

 

The seeds of rebellion also began to arise, with the dissatisfaction of both Rashford and Martial when the coach pulled them off the field due to poor performance. The British press also had the opportunity to spread news and articles about many players opposing and no longer supporting teacher Ten Hag. Everything is going in a negative direction when MU prepares to welcome Chelsea at Old Trafford.

 

In fact, despite winning 3/4 recent matches in the Premier League, the Red Devils’ playing style has not convinced viewers. This season, every time they encounter a “hard” opponent, MU’s weaknesses are immediately exposed. Against Newcastle, the Red Devils’ stars could not hold the ball and develop a position of play, except for the last 10 minutes when the Magpies withdrew their troops to preserve their lead.

 

Since the beginning of the season, MU has lost all 5 matches when facing teams in the top half of the rankings, including Tottenham, Arsenal, Brighton, Man City and Newcastle.