Chelsea vs Manchester United: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 31/10

Chelsea and Manchester United meet again. The clash, valid for the Premier League 2026/27, takes place this 31/10 (Saturday), at Stamford Bridge, at 12:30.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Chelsea have won 2 time(s). Manchester United have won 0. Chelsea are the favourites with a 50.51% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Chelsea vs Manchester United.

Overview Chelsea vs Manchester United

Chelsea are favourites, with a 50.51% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Man Utd win are at 4.28 and a draw at 4.19.

In the Premier League, Chelsea have 4 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 17 goal(s) scored and 15 conceded, having João Pedro as top scorer with 5 goal(s). Meanwhile, Manchester United have 1 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 10 goal(s) scored and 13 conceded, and Bryan Mbeumo as top scorer with 4 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Chelsea and Manchester United

In 50 clashes, Manchester United have the advantage over Chelsea: 18 win(s) against 16 and 16 draw(s). The most recent was on 18/04/2026, in the Premier League, the match score was: Chelsea 0-1 Manchester United.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Chelsea vs Manchester United, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Chelsea: current form

Chelsea have played 8 match(es) in the Premier League.

See the team's performance in the Prem 2026/27:

• 4 win(s), 1 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.63 point(s) per match
• 17 goals scored (2.13 per match)
• Top scorer: João Pedro (5 goal(s))

Manchester United: current form

Meanwhile, Manchester United are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the English Premier League:

• 1 win(s), 4 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
• Performance: 0.88 point(s) per match
• 10 goals scored (1.25 per match)
• Top scorer: Bryan Mbeumo (4 goal(s))

Chelsea vs Manchester United key players

In the Premier League, João Pedro carries Chelsea Football Club's attack with 5 goal(s).

The playmaker is Cole Palmer, leading in assists with 3. In the whole season, João Pedro has 15 goal(s).

On the other side, Bryan Mbeumo is the name that frightens the most for Manchester United F.C. with 4 goal(s) in the Premier League.

In terms of playmaking, Matheus Cunha leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Benjamin Šeško has accumulated 11 goal(s).

Chelsea vs Manchester United statistics in the Premier League

Chelsea have an average of 11.13 corners and 2.13 cards per match. Manchester United have 9.63 corners and 2 cards. Check the numbers for Chelsea vs Manchester United below.

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Points & Results

• 1.63
  PPG
  0.88
• 50%
  Wins
  13%
• 75%
  First to Score
  38%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2.13
  Scored/game
  1.25
• 1.88
  Conceded/game
  1.63
• 1.53
  xG
  2.01
• 1.58
  xGA
  1.32

Trends

• 63%
  Both Score
  63%
• 13%
  Clean Sheet
  0%
• 25%
  Failed to Score
  38%

Correct score prediction for Chelsea vs Manchester United

The favoritism in the odds points to Chelsea. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Chelsea vs Manchester United

Check out where to watch the live match between Manchester United and Chelsea:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Chelsea and Manchester United

The line-ups for Chelsea vs Manchester United in the Prem are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Chelsea Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Man Utd line-up

The Manchester United starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Chelsea vs Manchester United

Match: Chelsea vs Manchester United

Tournament: Prem 2026/27

Date: 31/10/2026

Time: 12:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Stamford Bridge

Broadcast: none scheduled

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