Manchester United secured a well-deserved 2-1 victory over Chelsea, marking their return to winning ways. The match was not without its dramatic moments, as Fernandes saw his penalty saved before McTominay’s opening goal.
Despite dominating the game, Ten Hag’s men struggled to extend their lead, allowing Chelsea to equalize with Palmer’s unexpected goal. However, McTominay rose to the occasion once again, netting his second goal with a VAR-approved header, ultimately sealing the fate of a disappointing Chelsea side.
The win propels Manchester United to sixth place in the Premier League standings, setting the stage for a crucial clash with Bournemouth on Saturday. Meanwhile, Chelsea, still grappling with consistency issues, find themselves in 10th place and will face Everton next on Sunday.
Notably, Manchester United’s stronghold at Old Trafford against Chelsea continued, extending their unbeaten streak to 11 home Premier League games against the London side. This victory also marks the first time since February 2018 that they have secured consecutive home wins against Chelsea.
Statistically, the Red Devils showcased their attacking prowess, accumulating an xG of 4.07, the second-highest in a Premier League game this season. This achievement only trailed Chelsea’s performance against Spurs in November, where they registered a slightly higher xG of 4.12.
Scott McTominay emerged as the hero of the night, notching his 16th and 17th Premier League goals for Manchester United. Impressively, 76% of his goals have come at Old Trafford, highlighting his affinity for delivering crucial performances on home turf, with 12 of his last 13 goals occurring at the iconic stadium. As United revels in this significant victory, Chelsea faces the challenge of regaining consistency as they look ahead to their clash with Everton.
