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Updated December 7, 2023

Manchester United Beat Chelsea FC at Old Trafford

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The Red Devils welcomed Chelsea FC on Wednesday night at Old Trafford, where Manchester United secured a thrilling 2-1 win over the Blues.

Manchester United Beat Chelsea FC at Old Trafford

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Manchester United bounced back last night following their defeat against Newcastle United. The Red Devils welcomed Chelsea FC on Wednesday night at Old Trafford, where Manchester United secured a thrilling 2-1 win over the Blues. This much-needed victory moves Manchester United close to the top four as they are only three points behind Manchester City. Meanwhile, Chelsea moved down to 10th after the defeat at Old Trafford.

Match Report

Man United's boss Erik Ten Hag made a challenging decision by benching Marcus Rashford against Chelsea. Ten Hag deployed Antony instead of Rashford, while Rasmus Hojlund came into the starting XI after replacing Anthony Martial. On the other hand, Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino played his team in a 4-2-3-1 formation. However, the match started with Manchester United dominating the visitors from the very beginning. They were very energetic and showed their aggression at Old Trafford. The home side had a great opportunity to go ahead of the match when Antony earned a penalty kick for Man United in the 7th minute. Unfortunately, Bruno Fernandes couldn't make it from the 12 yards as Chelsea goalkeeper Sanchez made a stunning save. But Manchester United showed great fighting spirit following the missed penalty. It was Scott McTominay who broke the deadlock for Man United. In the 19th minute, McTominay scored a brilliant goal to give a lead. The home side could have scored more in the first half, but Roberto Sanchez made some unbelievable saves. The Blues got the equalizer just before the first half as Cole Palmer netted the ball in the 45th minute. Coming from the break, both sides had plenty of opportunities to score, but it was Manchester United who took the lead once again! Scott McTominay, the scorer of the first goal, completed his brace in the 69th minute. Scott McTominay converted Alejandro Garnacho's cross into a goal with a stunning header. Chelsea, however, couldn't score more in the remaining minutes, resulting in Manchester United winning the match by a 2-1 margin at Old Trafford.

We Have Strong Belief - Ten Hag

Erik Ten Hag talked to the media Following the win against Chelsea. He is very pleased with the team's performance and believes his side can be successful. “Every win gives you belief. But we have strong belief. We have a strong belief we can be successful. But if you beat teams, then the belief will go stronger and that is going to happen. But you have to deserve it by yourself. Yeah, I'm pleased today with the performance and it will strengthen the team, and that we can build on from this, and it will strengthen the team, that we can be very successful," Ten Hag said after the match.

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