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Chelsea have the advantage because of home support and United's poor recent form. However, neither defence looks particularly convincing. Chelsea have been inconsistent under Xabi Alonso. Recently the team was eliminated by Liverpool in the League Cup after a 1-1 draw and penalty shootout. Manchester United are experiencing a difficult period under Michael Carrick. Loss 0-3 at home to Bournemouth, another 1-4 away loss to Como in the Champions League. We could expect to see Bruno Fernandes in the starting eleven after being left out against Bournemouth. Chelsea should try to control possession, use Cole Palmer between the lines and create opportunities through Pedro Neto and Morgan Rogers. Chelsea are favourites, but United could make this uncomfortable. At the end we should see goals in both nets.