Friday's Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester United is being sustained due to a shift in Chelsea's home schedule, marking their last home league encounter of the season.
Let's Get the Lowdown on Chelsea's Final Showdown!
Tonight is the night, folks! Chelsea and Manchester United are set to clash in Chelsea's last home game of the season, and it's all going down live on talkSPORT.
With stakes sky-high, this match means a whole lot for the two teams, despite the divergent objectives they're chasing.
Chelsea is still fighting tooth and nail for a spot in the Champions League, a dream almost dashed after their crushing defeat against Newcastle over the weekend. Aston Villa managed to edge past Bournemouth, putting them level on points with Chelsea. Nottingham Forest, too, is hot on their heels, just a point behind. It's a real possibility that Chelsea misses out on a return to UEFA's prestigious competition.
On the other hand, Man United's eyes are on the Europa League final against Tottenham. But, the Red Devils certainly don't want to keep losing ground and risk ending up in 17th place.
So, Why's It on a Friday?
Originally scheduled for Sunday, May 18, the match was moved to avoid clashing with the Women's FA Cup final between the same teams. To accommodate both events, the men's game was shifted to Friday. Unfortunately, there are no Premier League games on Saturday this weekend due to an arrangement with the FA, so May 17 wasn't an option.
Where to Catch the Action
This Premier League game has been picked up by Sky Sports for coverage. TalkSPORT will also be broadcasting the game, with Hugh Woozencroft serving as your host. Commentary is provided by Sam Matterface and ex-Chelsea defender Scott Minto.
Stay tuned to talkSPORT.com for regular updates, and catch the game on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League as well. Don't miss out; you can stream the game on talkSPORT's website or via the talkSPORT app.
The Teams
Chelsea: Sanchez, James, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella, Fernandez, Caicedo, Madueke, Palmer, Neto, George
Subs: Jorgensen, Bettinelli, Badiashile, Chalobah, Acheampong, Anselmino, Gusto, Lavia, Dewsbury-Hall
Man United: Onana, Lindelof, Maguire, Shaw, Dorgu, Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Amad, Mount, Hojlund
Subs: Bayindir, Amass, Fredricson, Heaven, Collyer, Eriksen, Mainoo, Ugarte, Garancho
The Buzz
Man United's head coach Ruben Amorim has expressed doubts about his future next season. Speaking after their loss against West Ham, he voiced concerns about the club's culture and performance, suggesting significant changes could be on the horizon.
When and Where to Watch
Kick-off at Stamford Bridge is scheduled for 8:15 PM on Friday, May 16. Tune in to talkSPORT for the broadcast, and don't forget to check out our dedicated live blog on talkSPORT.com for updates.
Place Your Bets
If you fancy a flutter, make your predictions count with talkSPORT BET!
- Chelsea - 1/3
- Draw - 4/1
- Man United - 7/1
Remember, odds are subject to change. BeGambleAware.org.
Stay tuned for more football coverage from talkSPORT!
- Tonight, Chelsea is battling for a spot in Europe's Champions League, with the Premier League match against Manchester United potentially deciding their fate.
- Despite Manchester United's focus on the Europa League final against Tottenham, they're also aiming to avoid slipping further down the table and potentially ending up in 17th place.
- The match was rescheduled from Sunday to Friday to avoid clashing with the Women's FA Cup final between the same teams, with no Premier League games on Saturday this weekend.
- If you're a fan of sports betting, you can place your bets on Chelsea, Man United, or a draw via talkSPORT BET. Odds are subject to change, so make sure to stay informed.
- This Premier League game is being aired on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League, and you can stream it on talkSPORT's website or via the talkSPORT app. Don't forget to follow the action on talkSPORT.com and our dedicated live blog for updates.
