Manchester Utd vs Chelsea tips and predictions

Patience the likely key for Manchester Utd

With 5 points between them, it's seventh placed Manchester Utd versus tenth placed Chelsea in this Premier League clash.

The superior home team will look for a fast start when they square off. Be prepared for a lively opening to this clash.

Chelsea could get off to a spirited start but it might not be far into proceedings before the home side opens their account.

Manchester Utd have shown their resolve leading up to this clash. The hosts have registered 13 wins in their last 19 home games. Their opponents have got less change from their recent showings; the travelling side has been patchy. They've lost 9 of their recent 15 matches on the road.

The hosts are making the most of a recent purple patch and they have shown their prowess when everything comes together. Manchester Utd have scored three or more goals in 3 of their recent 5 matches and the rest of the squad has also been on point. In their current run they have kept a clean sheet in 9 of their last 20 home games.

Recently Chelsea have conceded an average of 3.3 goals in their last 3 matches.

The betting markets imply that neither side will keep a clean sheet during this match as they could be well matched. However, the odds-against for the BTTS No looks slightly more tempting this time around.

It looks poised to be good match and the home side can take advantage of any complacency on the part of their rivals.