How much more time will Manchester United give struggling manager Ruben Amorim?

Since his first match in charge, no ever-present Premier League team has performed worse than United, which has taken just 31 points from 31 games.

United host Chelsea after last week’s dismal 3-0 defeat at Manchester City, and could find itself in the relegation zone if results go against it.

Former United captain and record goalscorer Wayne Rooney believes his old team has “got worse” since Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag last November.

The Portuguese manager appears to retain the backing of United’s hierarchy, who are desperate to avoid yet another reset, but their patience is not limitless.

United can take heart from the fact it has not lost to Chelsea in the Premier League at Old Trafford since 2013.

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But Enzo Maresca’s men have made a steady start to the season and have been tipped as outsiders to challenge for the title.

After Chelsea, United faces Brentford and Sunderland, with Liverpool looming following the international break.

No game looks easy for the beleaguered Amorim.

– With inputs from AFP

Predicted XIs

Manchester United – Lammens (gk); Maguire, From Ligt, Yoro; Mazraoui, Fernandes, Cases, Dorgu; Diallo, Mbeumo; Swimming.

Chelsea – Sanchez (gk); James, Chalobah, Woe to Hide; Caicedo, Fernander; Strength, Palmer, Neto; Pedro.

Head to Head Record

Total – 77

Manchester United won – 22

Chelsea won – 25

Draws – 30

Published on Sep 19, 2025