As a team, Villa have scored multiple goals just once in a game this season. Aaron Danks, who served as Gerrard’s assistant (and Dean Smith’s before him), will take charge of Sunday’s game as the search for a permanent replacement plays out off the field. Thus far, it’s been hit or miss for the Brentford defense, which was largely determined their fate on a game-by-game basis. In their three losses (to Arsenal, Newcastle and Fulham), Brentford conceded 11 goals (3. 66 per game); in their eight draws and losses, just six goals conceded. Ivan Toney is off to a flying start with eight goals and two assists while playing all 990 PL minutes.
comKey storylinesThe Blues look much better defensively and are clicking through the gears in attack. Potter has had to deal with injuries to Fofana, Kante, Gallagher and James but Chelsea’s squad is deep and they look like they will easily finish in the top four and challenge to win trophies. Going forward they are now more dangerous with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mason Mount and Raheem Sterling providing balance and Havertz, Broja and Pulisic are also being rotated in.
In defense Thiago Silva is expected to start, while Trevoh Chalobah and Kalidou Koulibaly are likely to keep their places but Cesar Azpilicueta could slot in. Ruben Loftus-Cheek at right wing-back makes sense to stop Jadon Sancho, while Kovacic should come into midfield with Jorginho after Gallagher came off against Brentford. Up top, expect Mason Mount and Raheem Sterling to start just behind Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. That said, Potter could start Cucurella as a left-sided center back and Sterling could play as a hybrid left wing-back as his lineups are so flexible. Potter will likely want plenty of recovery speed in his defensive positions to stop United’s counter attacks. Manchester United (4-2-3-1)—– De Gea —–— Dalot — Varane — Martinez — Shaw ——– Casemiro —– Fred —–—– Antony —- Fernandes —- Sancho —-—– Rashford —–At this point the United team pretty much picks itself. The back four is settled with Shaw perhaps being rested for Tyrell Malacia the only possible change.
After their midweek win against Tottenham they sit just one place and one point behind fourth-place Chelsea heading into this game. Below we take a closer look at form, head-to-head info, projected lineups and a prediction for what promises to be a classic Chelsea vs Manchester United clash. Chelsea vs Manchester United recent Premier League formChelsea last five fixtures – DWWWD | Last game: 0-0 draw at BrentfordManchester United last five fixtures – WDWLW | Last game: 2-0 win vs TottenhamWho has more wins, Chelsea or Manchester United? (all competitions head-to-head)Chelsea wins: 55Manchester United wins: 81Draws: 55Projected lineupsChelsea (3-4-2-1)—– Kepa —–—- Chalobah —- Silva —- Koulibaly —-— Loftus-Cheek — Kovacic — Jorginho — Cucurella —-—- Mount —- Sterling —-—– Aubameyang —–Given his incredible form, and run of five-straight shutouts, Kepa will start in goal again and Edouard Mendy will have to wait to start after his recent comeback from injury.
Burnley Football Club More News & Video · REPORT: BIRMINGHAM CITY 1 - 1 BURNLEY · CLARETS+ STREAMING THE BIRMINGHAM CITY GAME INTERNATIONALLY · TEAM NEWS: BIRMINGHAM CITY V
In midfield Scott McTominay could come in to give Fred a rest, while the front four has a great balance about it so expect that to stay the same. The old adage ‘if ain’t broken don’t fix it’ comes to mind with Erik ten Hag’s side right now. That said, after the intensity of games against Newcastle and Tottenham in four days and then heading to Chelsea for this one, let’s see how the energy levels are in this United squad. Chelsea vs Manchester United predictionThis is going to be a tight, tense clash and there will be contrasting styles of play on show.
STREAM LIVE ASTON VILLA vs BRENTFORDGerrard was relieved of his duties after Aston Villa’s 3-0 defeat to Leeds on Thursday. It was the side’s sixth defeat of the season (11 games) and saw them drop to 17th in the Premier League table, level on points (9) with Leeds above them in 16th and Wolves below them in the relegation zone. As for Brentford (14 points – 10th place), Thomas Frank and Co., are working toward a top-half finish as reports suggest the Dane could be a top option for the vacant manager’s chair at Villa Park. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Aston Villa vs Brentford. [ MORE: How to watch Premier League in USA] How to watch Aston Villa vs Brentford live, stream link and start timeKick off: 9 am ET, Sunday Online: Stream via Peacock PremiumKey storylines & star playersAston Villa’s seven goals scored are tied for 2nd-fewest in the Premier League this season (Wolves, with five), with the side’s offensive struggles really driven home and reinforced by the following (painful) stat: Through 11 PL games, not a single Aston Villa player has scored multiple goals.
How to watch the EFL Championship: Stream games live in How to watch the Premier League online: Watch nine games live on Rovers vs Sunderland at 8pm on Sky Sports Football; Stoke City
.png)