Manchester United Edge Chelsea in Rain-Soaked Thriller at Old Trafford

Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a dramatic Premier League encounter at Old Trafford on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The match, played under heavy rain, took a decisive turn early when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was sent off in the fifth minute, leaving his side with 10 players. This rare occurrence, occurring before the 10th-minute mark in less than 1% of Premier League games, handed United a crucial advantage.

Bruno Fernandes capitalized on the opportunity, scoring his 100th goal for the club from a 14th-minute penalty, making him the fourth foreign player to reach this milestone in United’s history. Casemiro doubled the lead with a volley in the 37th minute, though he was later dismissed in stoppage time, leveling the playing field. Chelsea managed a late consolation goal through Trevoh Chalobah, but it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit.

The win lifts Manchester United to seven points from five matches, including draws against Arsenal and Manchester City, while Chelsea struggles under Enzo Maresca with an uneven start. The match highlighted ongoing concerns about Old Trafford’s aging infrastructure, with leaks reported amid the downpour, fueling discussions about the proposed £2 billion redevelopment led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.