Match report
Manchester United Defeats Chelsea 4-1 in Premier League Clash
Manchester United
4–1
FT
Chelsea
May 25, 2023
Manchester United stunned Chelsea with a comprehensive 4-1 victory in their Premier League encounter on May 25, 2023. The Red Devils showcased their offensive prowess from the onset with early goals by Casemiro and Martial, followed by Bruno Fernandes' penalty and Rashford's late addition. Despite a consolation goal from Joao Felix, Chelsea struggled to match United's attacking flair.
Key Facts
- • Casemiro opened the scoring for Manchester United in the 6th minute with an assist from Christian Eriksen.
- • Anthony Martial doubled their lead just before halftime, assisted by Jadon Sancho.
- • Bruno Fernandes added a third goal from the penalty spot at the 73rd minute.
- • Marcus Rashford sealed the win for United in the 78th minute with an unassisted strike.
- • Joao Felix scored Chelsea's only consolation goal in the 89th minute, assisted by Hakim Ziyech.
Lineups
Manchester United
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 David de Gea (G)
- 29 A. Wan-Bissaka (D)
- 19 R. Varane (D)
- 2 V. Lindelöf (D)
- 23 L. Shaw (D)
- 18 Casemiro (M)
- 14 C. Eriksen (M)
- 21 Antony (M)
- 8 Bruno Fernandes (M)
- 25 J. Sancho (M)
- 9 A. Martial (F)
Substitutes
- 10 M. Rashford
- 12 T. Malacia
- 17 Fred
- 49 A. Garnacho
- 39 S. McTominay
- 31 J. Butland
- 20 Diogo Dalot
- 5 H. Maguire
- 27 W. Weghorst
Chelsea
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 Kepa (G)
- 28 César Azpilicueta (D)
- 33 W. Fofana (D)
- 14 T. Chalobah (D)
- 67 L. Hall (D)
- 30 C. Chukwuemeka (M)
- 5 E. Fernández (M)
- 23 C. Gallagher (M)
- 31 N. Madueke (F)
- 29 K. Havertz (F)
- 15 M. Mudryk (F)
Substitutes
- 11 João Félix
- 10 C. Pulišić
- 12 R. Loftus-Cheek
- 22 H. Ziyech
- 27 D. Fofana
- 16 É. Mendy
- 26 K. Koulibaly
- 6 Thiago Silva
- 58 A. Gilchrist
Timeline
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6' Manchester United Goal · Normal GoalCasemiro · Assist: C. Eriksen
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29' Manchester United subst · Substitution 1Off: Antony · On: M. Rashford
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45'+6 Manchester United Goal · Normal GoalA. Martial · Assist: J. Sancho
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46' Manchester United subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Shaw · On: Tyrell Malacia
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64' Chelsea subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Havertz · On: João Félix
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64' Chelsea subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Mudryk · On: C. Pulisic
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70' Manchester United subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Eriksen · On: Fred
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70' Manchester United subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Martial · On: A. Garnacho
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73' Manchester United Goal · PenaltyBruno Fernandes
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75' Chelsea Card · Yellow CardE. Fernandez
Argument
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78' Manchester United Goal · Normal GoalM. Rashford
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82' Chelsea subst · Substitution 3Off: C. Chukwuemeka · On: R. Loftus-Cheek
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82' Chelsea subst · Substitution 4Off: Noni Madueke · On: Hakim Ziyech
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82' Chelsea subst · Substitution 5Off: C. Gallagher · On: D. D. Fofana
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86' Manchester United subst · Substitution 5Off: Bruno Fernandes · On: S. McTominay
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89' Chelsea Goal · Normal GoalJoão Félix · Assist: Hakim Ziyech
Match Stats
| Stat | Manchester United | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 90% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 14 |
| Corners | 3 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 438 | 617 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 5 |
| xG | 5.21 | 1.94 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 5 |
| Possession | 41% | 59% |
| Accurate Passes | 368 | 558 |
| Shots Inside Box | 13 | 7 |
| Saves | 4 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Manchester United took a commanding lead early on when Casemiro scored just six minutes into the game.
- ▸ The introduction of Anthony Martial and Bruno Fernandes as substitutes further bolstered Manchester United's offensive capabilities, leading to crucial goals in the second half.