Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag takes his team to London on Saturday to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, just days after their best performance of the season where they comfortably beat Tottenham at Old Trafford.
Only one point separates the two teams in the Premier League table, with Chelsea currently occupying the final spot in the top four and United close behind in fifth place.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been a major talking point in recent days after he stormed off on Wednesday night after refusing to come on as a substitute. He won’t play against Chelsea after being dropped from the first-team squad as a ‘consequence’ of his behaviour.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Does Cristiano Ronaldo still have a role at Man Utd?
"The statement is also clear, I think. He remains an important player in the squad."
Ten Hag also spoke about why Ronaldo has been dropped against Chelsea. Read the full story.
Chelsea
Is the Ronaldo incident a distraction?
“I understand there are questions about [Ronaldo] but at the same time it's about Chelsea, we have a big game to play, my focus is on the game, the focus of the staff and the players is on that game. We have to win that game and have the concentration to play our best.
“I think that is part when you play in top football. There is noise, rumours, you've got to focus."
Is it more difficult facing Chelsea away?
“For me it is never an issue away from home. The pitch is the same size, 11 vs 11, there is a ref and we always have a lot of support from our fans. We feel strong.”
Graham Potter
Does facing Graham Potter already this season have any additional impact now?
“It is nothing, I think from that game. It is a different team, different game. We are further in the process. Now I know more about him and maybe in the first game he knew more about me, Manchester United. It is not a fight between managers."
United fans
How do you feel about the support from United fans?
“[It is] fabulous to play at Old Trafford with our fans on our back. Great experience. Opponents don't like to come to Old Trafford. But I also like to play away games, the Premier League stadiums are fantastic."
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Source: 90min
