‘I think’… Chris Sutton predicts who’s winning tomorrow night – Manchester United or Chelsea

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Chris Sutton has made his score prediction ahead of tomorrow’s fascinating game between Manchester United and Chelsea.

Chelsea travel to Old Trafford on Wednesday night to play Manchester United in the Premier League.

They’re two of the most discussed football clubs in the world, with plenty of drama always happening on and off the pitch at both.

The inconsistent nature of both sides this season makes this midweek showdown very difficult to predict.

Manchester United vs Chelsea prediction

BBC pundit Chris Sutton has provided his latest pre-match predictions for the Premier League.

Interestingly, he’s tipped Chelsea to record a narrow away win in Manchester.

Sutton told BBC Sport: “Manchester United were woeful at St James’ Park on Saturday and it looked like some of their players couldn’t be bothered.

“Before the game, Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag was saying how Newcastle United had an extra day to prepare after their Champions League game in midweek, which I don’t think was a great message to put out, but he ended up being let down badly by some of his players.

“They weren’t prepared to run, while Newcastle ran all over them and should have won by more than 1-0.

“I am sure we will see more effort here, in front of their own fans, but I think we have to remember where Manchester United are at – they are seventh, but none of their eight league wins this season have come against sides in the top half of the table.

“So, I think this game is definitely winnable for Chelsea, even though they remain very inconsistent. They looked a bit better organised in their win over Brighton and I can see them causing Ten Hag’s problems at the back.

“Sutton’s prediction: 1-2.”

Head to head record

This fixture has been really tough for Chelsea in recent seasons.

The Blues haven’t beaten Man United in any league meeting since 2017. In fact, you have to go back 10 years for the last time Chelsea won at Old Trafford in the league.

Man United beat Chelsea 4-1 towards the back end of last season, but the previous five clashes before that all ended in draws.

We’re expecting a tight and cagey game tomorrow night.

Incidentally, journalist Simon Phillips has reported via his Substack that Christopher Nkunku may be back in the matchday squad against Man United.