Manchester United’s recent woes against top-tier teams continue to haunt them as they face Chelsea in the upcoming clash, following a disheartening 1-0 defeat against Newcastle. Erik ten Hag’s side has faced significant challenges this season, losing all five encounters against teams in the top half of the table, including defeats against Tottenham, Arsenal, Brighton, Man City, and now Newcastle.
Notably, every victory this season has come against teams at the bottom end of the table. This trend isn’t unique to the current season but has been a recurring issue during Ten Hag’s tenure at Old Trafford. Of the 99 Premier League points he has accumulated so far, a significant 75 have been secured against teams in the bottom half of the table. As Manchester United prepares for a challenging December, including a fixture against Liverpool at Anfield, the team looks to overcome their struggles against top-tier opponents.
Despite the grim statistics, Ten Hag remains resolute, stating, “This team is resilient, and we have to pick this up.” The upcoming clash against Chelsea at Old Trafford will be a crucial test for Manchester United, with hopes of turning the tide against elite opponents.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United
Manchester United is currently 7th in the Premier League with 24 points.
In the last 14 games, it has won 8 times and lost 6 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 1-0 against Newcastle United.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 16 goals and conceding 17.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Chelsea on Wednesday 6th of December in Manchester. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.
Chelsea performance and stats
Chelsea
Chelsea is currently 10th in the Premier League with 19 points.
In the last 14 games, it has won 5 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Chelsea won 3-2 against Brighton & Hove Albion.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 25 goals and conceding 22.
Chelsea will play the next match in Premier League against Manchester United on Wednesday 6th of December in Manchester. The prediction is Chelsea winning the match.
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