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MANCHESTER UNITED scored late on to rescue a point at Stamford Bridge, with Casemiro equalising following Jorginho’s opener.The Blues were dominated in the early stages, losing the midfield battle before Graham Potter made an early tactical change to replace Marc Cucurella with Mateo Kovacic.
The second-half saw the hosts take control of the game, and unfortunately for Man United, Raphael Varane was forced off with an injury – in tears as he left the pitch.
Chelsea thought they had won the game when Jorginho put them ahead from the spot in the 87th minute after substitute Scott McTominay dragged Armando Broja down in the box.
However, summer signing Casemiro came to the rescue and netted a powerful header in fourth minute of added time to rescue a point despite Kepa Arrizabalaga getting a strong hand on the ball to delay it crossing the line.

RESULT: Chelsea 1-1 Man Utd
TV/Live stream: Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League
Chelsea XI: Kepa, Chalobah, Silva, Cucurella, Azpilicueta, Loftus-Cheek, Jorginho, Chilwell, Mount, Sterling, Aubameyang
Man Utd: De Gea, Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw, Casemiro, Eriksen, Antony, Fernandes, Sancho, Rashford

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That’s all folks…
That’s all for tonight’s coverage of Chelsea vs Manchester United here on SunSport this evening.
It was a great evening of football, that saw Chelsea continue to remain unbeaten under new boss Graham Potter.
Unfortunately it was a game that could see Raphael Varane ruled out of the winter World Cup, after he was taken off through injury.
Chelsea are away to RB Salzburg in the Champions League next on Tuesday night, while Manchester United will face off against Sheriff at Old Trafford in the Europa League.
Thank you for reading as always, and enjoy the rest of your night!
Man of the match.
There were a few good performances in this game tonight, which made it tough to choose a man of the match.
That said, the SunSport man of the match tonight goes to Kepa Arrizabalaga.
It is really between him and Casemiro, whose fantastic header rescued the game for Manchester United.
But, without the Spaniard in goal, Chelsea could have easily found themselves 2-0 down within 30 minutes.
He made some excellent saves, and was very close to securing another clean sheet for The Blues at the end, but it was not meant to be.
Who gets your man of the match vote?

Sterling’s barren run continues.
Raheem Sterling is a sensational footballer, there is no denying that.
But questions have to be asked about his record against Manchester United.
Having played against them 24 times after tonight’s game, the England international has NEVER scored against the Red Devils.
For such a prolific Premier League goalscorer, this is a bizarre stat that Raheem will be hoping to put to bed in the return fixture.
Sterling has not scored against United in 24 attempts.Credit: Reuters
Varane potentially missing the World Cup.
Raphael Varane hardly put a foot wrong in this game, until Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang went sprinting past him in the second half.
As the French ace stuck out his leg to make the tackle, his knee jarred into the turf.
Varane then face-planted as he collapsed in clear agony during the 1-1 draw in West London.
And the former Real Madrid man was visibly distraught as he was treated by United medics – knowing the injury could rule him out of the World Cup.
Raphael Varane could miss the World Cup through injury.Credit: Getty
Death, taxes, and…
A 1-1 draw between Chelsea and Manchester United.
Well who saw that coming?
Oh yeah… Everyone.
The game was 0-0, and both teams were vying for the win when Scott McTominay gave away a penalty after pulling back Armando Broja in the box.
Jorginho dispatched it with confidence, and it looked like Chelsea had it wrapped up.
However, Casemiro and Manchester United had other ideas, as the Brazilian looped a header which just escaped the paws of Kepa Arrizabalaga, who was brilliant again.
It was typical of this fixture to end this way, and the last three games between United and Chelsea have now ended 1-1.
Casemiro saved the day for Manchester United against Chelsea…Credit: Getty
FT. Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United.
It’s another draw in this fixture, and Chelsea will be heartbroken that they have let this slip right at the last moment.
It is full time at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United.
90+5. Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United.
Casemiro directs a brilliant header towards goal, which initially looks like it is saved by Kepa, but the Spaniard just could not get enough on it and he can’t grab it before it goes over the line.
Fine, fine margins, but it is Casemiro to the rescue for United!
90+4. Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United.
Goal for Manchester United! It’s Casemiro!
90+2. Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United.
Jorginho is booked for a classic professional foul on Elanga, who he was never going to catch in a race.
90. Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United.
There will be SIX minutes of added time…
This game does have a habit of ending in a draw…
89. Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United.
United are really under the pressure here again.
Shaw gets a yellow card for a trip on Azpilicueta before Pulisic does really well to keep a hold on the ball.
87. Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United.
Huge goal for Chelsea.
Jorginho has to wait a long time to take that penalty, and dispatches it perfectly to the right hand side.
86. Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United.
All the pressure lies on Jorginho…
WHO SCORES!
84. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Penalty for Chelsea!
McTominay has his arms all over Broja from the corner, and the referee gives a penalty!
84. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Chukwuemeka bursts forward and finds a nice pass to fellow substitute Broja.
The Albanian looks to take on Martinez, but ‘The Butcher’ does well to stop him, as he has for the entirety of this game.
Christian Pulisic wins a corner for the Blues…
82. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Manchester United are now playing with three defensive midfielders, as Casemiro, Fred and McTominay are all on the pitch.
This game so far will leave many Manchester United fans wishing they had one of the greatest players of all time, with a habit for grabbing game winning goals in their ranks…
Oh wait…
80. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Changes for both sides here:
Raheem Sterling is off for Armando Broja.
Carney Chukwuemeka replaces Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
Christian Eriksen is replaced by Scott McTominay.
While Anthony Elanga comes on for Marcus Rashford.
78. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Fernandes has a go from distance, but Kepa makes the save and sees it out for a corner.
The delivery is poor from Eriksen, and doesn’t beat the first man.
A couple of minutes later Fernandes has another go from distance, but this one is high and wide of the goal.
75. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Christian Pulisic comes on and replaced Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
The American is certainly someone with the ability to light up any game, and has been brilliant off of the bench so far for Potter.
Potter will be hoping he can work some magic here… (Ba dum tss).
74. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Chance! Chalobah hits the crossbar!
Finally a good delivery from Chelsea, which is delivered to the back post, Chalobah meets it well, but he can only direct it onto the crossbar…
So close.
72. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Sterling wins a corner for Chelsea, but nothing comes of it after a poor delivery from Mason Mount.
Jorginho then wins a foul off of Fred, which leads to another Chelsea corner…
70. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Just 20 minutes left to go in this one, plus a few minutes of added time, which will be largely for the injury of Raphael Varane.
Bruno wins a free kick from Azpilicueta, but it is taken quickly and wasted by Fred who attempts a back heel.
69. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
United come forward with Eriksen, who was left on the pitch for moments like these, but his deft touch is cut out brilliantly by Trevoh Chalobah, who is really making a name for himself in this Chelsea side.
68. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Chilwell whips in the corner, but nothing comes of it.
Mount gets beautifully away from Fred, as Chelsea are starting to get on top.
But his pass is cut out as United continue to defend with excellence.
66. Chelsea 0-0 Manchester United.
Lisandro Martinez has been brilliant so far in the United defence, he wins a great challenge against Sterling by the touchline.
Loftus-Cheek wins a corner off of Luke Shaw…
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CHELSEA and Manchester United will be adding another chapter to their long-standing rivalry when they clash TONIGHT.The Blues witnessed their five-game winning run come to an end on Wednesday, courtesy of West London rivals Brentford.
And they also saw top-four rivals United close the gap on them to just a point after the Red Devils’ comfortable 2-0 win over Tottenham.

Start time: 5:30pm UK time
TV/Live stream: Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League
Chelsea XI: Kepa, Chalobah, Silva, Cucurella, Azpilicueta, Loftus-Cheek, Jorginho, Chilwell, Mount, Sterling, Aubameyang
Man Utd: De Gea, Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw, Casemiro, Eriksen, Antony, Fernandes, Sancho, Rashford

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Predictions?
This is a tough one to call for us at SunSport…
Chelsea haven’t beaten United in the league for almost five years, but we think that fortune might finally end today.
We are going to go for a 2-1 Chelsea win, which sees Graham Potters unbeaten streak continue, but Chelsea’s defence finally breached.
Who do you think will win it?

Christian Pulisic unfortunate?
Christian Pulisic has been in great form for Chelsea as of late, and will consider himself unfortunate not to be in the starting XI for the game today.
He grabbed a goal against Wolves, and then put in impressive performances against Villa and Brentford, both from the bench.
But today, he has retained his position on the bench, and seems to be Graham Potters favourite super sub…
Christian Pulisic will consider himself unlucky not to start against United…Credit: PA
No Koulibaly… Fred dropped…
There is no Koulibaly in the Chelsea squad at all for today’s game, when most would have expected the Senegalese rock in Chelsea’s defence to start.
Rumour has it that he has fallen ill, or picked up a last minute injury, but nothing is confirmed as of yet.
If he is injured, then Chelsea may struggle at the back a bit today, with 2/3 of their first choice center backs missing through injury.
For Manchester United, Brazilian midfielder Fred has been left on the bench, as Casemiro and Eriksen have both been selected in midfield ahead of him.
A record for Azpilicueta…
Well, he wouldn’t have been the first choice for most (If any) Chelsea fans at right wing back today, if Reece James was fit, that is.
But, he is starting nonetheless, and it is his 333rd appearance in the Premier League, going joint 3rd for Chelsea in the competition.
Only John Terry, Frank Lampard, and Petr Cech (Also on 333) have played more for The Blues.
Captain. Leader. Legend.
Manchester United Starting XI…
This is how the visitors line up today…
Manchester United’s starting XI… Credit: @ManUtd via Twitter.
Your Chelsea line-up!
This is how Chelsea line up to take on Manchester United, good luck figuring that one out…
Chelsea’s starting XI vs Manchester United. Credit: @ChelseaFC Via Twitter.
A different proposition…
However, times have changed since that win for Chelsea in 2017, and both teams will feel fairly confident going into today’s game.
New Chelsea boss Graham Potter is still unbeaten since he took charge of The Blues, and they have looked impressive at times, particularly in their 5-0 aggregate win over AC Milan.
They are solid in defence, and have not conceded a goal in over 7 hours of play, they are also yet to lose a game in which Trevoh Chalobah has started in defence, so that could be a good omen if he starts this evening…
It’s been a while…
For Chelsea fans, this is always one of the biggest and toughest games in a Premier League season, seeing as the last time The Blues got the better of United in the league was the 5th November 2017.
It was Alvaro Morata who scored the winner that day, as Chelsea began with a side that also featured Bakayoko and Zappacosta, both of whom are now distant memories for most Chelsea fans.
They have had a few cup wins over the Red Devils, and plenty of PL draws in that time, but a win would be a huge step forward for Graham Potter’s men this afternoon.
Morata scored the winner against United in 2017…Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

Good evening! Welcome to Chelsea vs Manchester United!
Good evening football fans, and welcome to SunSport’s coverage of this evening’s 5:30pm kick-off, Chelsea vs Manchester United.
Manchester United travel to London today and will be hoping to pick up another three points, in what has been a good start to the season for the Red Devils, all things considered.
Chelsea currently sit 4th in the Premier League table, just one point ahead of today’s opponents in 5th, and will extend their lead over them to four points with a win.
However, a loss to Manchester United will see the visitors go two points ahead of The Blues, and sit in that final Champions League place.
We are set for a great game, and we hope you enjoy all the entertainment that is on offer on an excellent afternoon of Premier League football.
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ARSENAL will be hoping for an easier time at St.Mary’s than they faced against Leeds last Sunday.Bukayo Saka’s sensational first-half strike was enough to secure all three points against the Yorkshire giants.
Bukayo Saka inspired Arsenal to a chaotic 1-0 win over LeedsCredit: Getty
Che Adams’ only goal fired Southampton to three points against BournemouthCredit: Getty
But the Gunners were let off the hook after watching Patrick Bamford miss from 12-yards out before Chris Kavanagh overturned a stoppage-time spot kick with the intervention of VAR.
However, Mikel Arteta’s side could be in for another tough afternoon given their recent shaky record against Southampton.
And the Saints will be determined to build on their marginal 1-0 triumph over Bournemouth.
When is Southampton vs Arsenal?

Southampton will be entertaining Arsenal on Sunday, October 23.
It is expected to get underway from 2pm UK time.
St. Mary’s in Southampton is the allocated arena for this intriguing fixture and it can host around 32,384 supporters.
The Saints snatched all three points from Arsenal when the sides last met in April.

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What TV channel is Southampton vs Arsenal on and can I live stream it?

Southampton vs Arsenal will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
Coverage is set to commence from 1pm UK time – one hour before kick-off.
Subscription members of Sky Sports have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app,

What is the team news?
Ralph Hasenhuttl is unlikely to have the duo of Romeo Lavia and Kyle Walker-Peters due to muscular injuries.
Long-term absentees Armel Bella-Kotchap and Valentino Livramenton are on the road to recovery but are both still months away from a return.
Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta will be sweating over the fitness of Oleksandr Zinchenko.
But Gabriel Martinelli was fit enough to make the bench against PSV despite rumours that he would be out with an illness.
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Latest odds

Southampton to win 9/2
Draw 16//5
Arsenal to win 4/7

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CHELSEA will be determined to secure the West London bragging rights when they take on Brentford this Wednesday.The Graham Potter era is well and truly underway as the Blues made it five wins on the spin courtesy of a 2-0 triumph over Aston Villa.
Mason Mount’s double secured a hard-fought win against Aston VillaCredit: Getty
Ivan Toney single handily earned Brentford three points against BrightonCredit: Rex
And victory against their London rivals Brentford would see them close the gap on third-place Tottenham who face a tough trip to Old Trafford on the same night.
However, the Blues defence could have their hands full against an inform Ivan Toney as his delightful double secured three points in the Bees’ clash with Brighton.
To make matters worse, Brentford ran riot when the teams last met so they’ll be heading into this match with confidence as a collective.
When is Brentford vs Chelsea?

Brentford’s London derby against Chelsea is set to take place on Wednesday, October 19.
It is scheduled to kick off at 7:30pm UK time.
Gtech Community Stadium in West London is the allocated arena for this fixture and it can host approximately 17,250 supporters.
The Bees humiliated Chelsea towards the end of last season, winning 4-1 at Stamford Bridge.

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What TV channel is Brentford vs Chelsea on and can I live stream it?

Brentford vs Chelsea will be broadcasted LIVE on Amazon Prime Video.
Build up will commence from 6:30pm UK time – one hour before kick-off.
ALL Premier League matches will be shown on Amazon Prime Video this week which can be watched through smart TV’s on the Amazon Prime app.

What is the team news?
Brentford boss Thomas Frank is expected to still have Christian Norgaard, Aaron Hickey, Pontus Jansson and Thomas Strakosha all unavailable.
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However, Graham Potter has some troubles of his own as Wesley Fofana, Reece James and N’Golo Kante are set to face lengthy spells in the treatment room.
But there’s a slim chance that Moroccan international Hakim Ziyech could recover from his illness.
Latest odds

Brentford to win 4/1
Draw 29/10
Chelsea to win 7/10

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MANCHESTER UNITED take on inform Tottenham in a highly-anticipated clash at Old Trafford.Spurs recorded their best EVER start to a Premier League season courtesy of a gruelling 2-0 win against Everton.
Harry Kane scored from the penalty spot on his 400th game for SpursCredit: Alamy
Cristiano Ronaldo has a goal disallowed in the goalless Newcastle drawCredit: Rex
Goals from Harry Kane and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg was enough to see Antonio Conte’s men seal all three points.
But they now come up against Manchester United eager to get back to winning ways after being held to a goalless draw with Newcastle.
And the Red Devils will be determined to keep up their impressive record against Spurs, having won the last three consecutive Premier League matches.
When is Man Utd vs Tottenham?

Manchester United’s mouth-watering clash against Tottenham Hotspur takes place on Wednesday, October 19.
It is scheduled to kick off at 8:15pm UK time.
Old Trafford in Manchester is the allocated arena for this huge encounter and it can hold approximately 74,310 spectators.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s hattrick inspired United to a 3-2 win when Spurs last travelled to Manchester.

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What TV channel is Man Utd vs Tottenham on and can I live stream it?

Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur will be broadcasted LIVE on Amazon Prime Video.
Build up will commence from 6:30pm – one hour and 45 minutes before kick-off.
ALL Premier League matches will be shown on Amazon Prime Video this week which can be watched through smart TV’s on the Amazon Prime app.

What is the team news?
The Manchester United medical staff are in for another busy week asessing a number of players.
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Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Brandon Williams, Axel Tuanzebe, Anthony Martial, Donny Van de Beek and Phil Jones will need to be treated as they all missed out on the Newcastle draw.
However, Erik Ten Hag will be hoping to welcome Christian Eriksen having suffered a minor sickness.
And Scott McTominay should be available again after serving a suspension for an accumulation of five yellow cards.
Elsewhere, Antonio Conte has a few problems of his own as Dejan Kulusevski is unlikely to return and Richarlison now out of action with a calf injury.
Emerson Royale is set to serve the final part of his three-match ban suspension picked up in the 3-1 defeat to bitter rivals Arsenal.
Latest odds

Man Utd to win 7/5
Draw 5/2
Tottenham to win 15/8

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CHELSEA have picked Aston Villa apart in an easy win thanks to two goals from Mason Mount.Graham Potter’s strong start continues after Kepa Arrizabalaga looks a keeper reborn, with a string of stunning saves.

Kick-off time: 2pm UK
Aston Villa: Martinez, Cash, Konsa, Mings, Young, McGinn, Douglas Luiz, Ramsey, Bailey, Ings, Watkins.
Chelsea: Arrizabalaga, Chalobah, Thiago Silva, Cucurella, Mount, Loftus-Cheek, Kovacic, Chilwell, Havertz, Aubameyang, Sterling.
TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League
Live stream: Now or Sky Go.

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TOTTENHAM face Frank Lampard’s Everton in their next Premier League match-up on Sunday afternoon. Spurs beat Brighton 1-0 in the league last weekend while the Toffees lost 2-1 to Manchester United at Goodison Park.
Harry Kane scored in Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Brighton last weekendCredit: Reuters
Everton lost 2-1 to Manchester United last weekend at Goodison ParkCredit: AFP
Both sides have suffered somewhat inconsistent starts to the season, with Tottenham are looking to finish in the top four.
Antonio Conte’s side were undefeated in the league until a 3-1 humbling by North London rivals Arsenal two weeks ago.

What time does Tottenham vs Everton kick off?

Tottenham’s clash with Everton will take place on Saturday, October 15.
The game will get underway from 5.30pm UK time.
Tottenham vs Everton will be held at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London.

What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

Tottenham vs Everton will be shown live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event.
You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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Team news
Dejan Kulusevski could find his way back into the side, having been in training this week after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Emerson Royal is suspended after his straight red card against Arsenal two weeks ago, with Matt Doherty set to start.
Richarlison could start, with the Brazilian still searching for his first Premier League goal.
Dwight McNeil could come back into Lampard’s XI for Everton.
But Ben Godfrey, Andros Townsend and Nathan Patterson are all still injured.
Odds

Tottenham – 40/85
Draw – 7/2
Everton – 6/1

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