Analysis

Manchester United vs Chelsea; Three (3) things to expect from the Showdown at Old Trafford

Manchester United host Chelsea this weekend as both sides do battle against each other on the playing turf. It promises to be an interesting game as both the EPL giants squares up at the Theater of Dreams.

This leaves the book makers and sport expert in making a lot of comments and match predictions even as the fans envisage a colorful evening of football on the pitch.

As Chelsea visit Manchester United many expectations would be piling up on the shoulders of both teams as for sure.

That is why so much is excepted from this tie coupled with the frenetic atmosphere the match is known for like in the year past.

On this note, we evaluate the three significant points as we look forward to a special match-up between Manchester United and Chelsea on Super Sunday.

Managerial Test

The match promises to be an interesting one as we expect two promising coaches to be in the dug-out as the case may be during the game.

This represents an opportunity for both managers to compete against each other while also evaluating their personal level based on tactics as the outcome of the match will be evident based on the tactical inventions made by both managers, as the game takes place on Sunday.

This brings Chelsea legend face to face with the United legends as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and new boss Frank Lampard do battle on the technical (scale)front.

Managerial Assessment

The match between Chelsea and Manchester United presents multiple opportunities as the case may be ahead of the game.

While the coaches flex muscles in the coaching dugout with genuine desire to outwit each other tactically there will be one more finding as the game gets under way on Sunday.

This will see Lampard and Ole Gunnar make certain assessments relative to their team’s conformity to the system and rhythm of play as this will aid both sides in peaking along the season.

The managers would make technical assessments while also evaluating the ideal formation and player combination ahead in the season with the aim for productivity on the pitch.

Chelsea Transfer Ban/Young guns’ readiness for Chelsea

The Blues transfer ban would be in focus again as the club is under punishment for violating certain transfer rules following their dealings in the financial market.

How well Frank Lampard’s Chelsea performs up will determine their season as the transfer ban also limits them from making signing even in the next transfer window.

However, with impressive prospects owing to their decent performances in Pre-season friendlies, there is hope for Chelsea.

This was even acknowledged by new boss Frank Lampard that reiterates about the depth of talent in Chelsea squad and the fact that he wouldn’t be needing any player to make an impact at the club.

All these and more makes the match interesting as both sides (Manchester United and Chelsea) eye each other scalp on Super Sunday.

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