ESPN predicts 2-1 win for United against Chelsea
ESPN say 2-1
By Chris,
September 16 2011
ESPN staff have predicted a 2-1 win for Manchester United in Sunday's Premier League clash against Chelsea. On their UK website, the television network note the game is the "blockbuster" match-up of the fifth weekend of Premier League action this season.
In their weekly preview of Premier League matches on www.ESPN.co.uk, editorial staff have predicted a 2-1 win for Manchester United at Old Trafford.
The website argues that the match is the "first real test" for United in the league this season.
Battles between Wayne Rooney and John Terry, as well as Javier Hernandez and David Luiz, are highlighted as the key contests on the field. Can Chelsea's backline stop United's rampant attacking force?
Chelsea head into the game with ten points from their opening four games, whilst they also beat Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Tuesday.
The Londoners have not been at their prolific best in the league - but still boast an impressive record, with a draw against Stoke followed up with victories against West Bromwich Albion, Norwich City and Sunderland.
United head into the game on the back of mammoth league wins over Arsenal and Bolton, in which they scored 13 goals. Those were followed up with the 1-1 draw against Benfica in Lisbon.