Manchester United just need a single point against Chelsea to qualify for Champions League football next season. United defeated Bournemouth 1-0 on the road last weekend and Liverpool, who had gained momentum in recent weeks, drew against Aston Villa, meaning a top four finish is now within touching distance for Erik ten Hag's side.
Ten Hag will be hopeful of a win against Chelsea on Thursday night regardless. The London club have endured a trainwreck season and they are currently 12th in the Premier League, despite spending more than £600million this term. ALSO READ: Manchester United give team news for Chelsea and Rashford update Regarding team news, Marcus Rashford was absent against Bournemouth due to illness but he returned to training this week. Our writers have had their say on how United should line up against Chelsea... Samuel Luckhurst Wan-Bissaka was good again at the weekend but United have to plan with Wembley in mind and Diogo Dalot is the more flexible right-back.
He has not started since Brighton. Casemiro and Christian Eriksen should continue while Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford have to come in.
Jadon Sancho was fortunate to start at Bournemouth and Anthony Martial was removed before the hour. Rashford should also start through the middle at Wembley. Steven Railston I would make just one change from the team last weekend, with Rashford returning to the side at the expense of Sancho.