In a clash of two sputtering big-name projects, Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea will face off against Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Thursday. The match will be broadcast live at 3:15pm ET on USA Network and online via NBC.com.
Manchester United, currently in sixth place, are hoping for a top-four finish but have struggled recently with a record of 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last four matches. On the other hand, Chelsea is unbeaten in their last five Premier League matches, although three of those were draws against bottom-half teams.
With only 10 games left in the season, Chelsea is currently in 12th place with 40 points, trailing behind Manchester United by 8 points. The Blues have the fewest matches played in the Premier League, giving them a chance to make a late-season surge for European placement.
The match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams look to secure crucial points in the race for European spots. Chelsea will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage, while Manchester United will be aiming to bounce back from their recent struggles. Stay tuned for what is sure to be an exciting showdown between these two Premier League giants.