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Confirmed Man United XI vs Chelsea: Tielemans dropped, Fernandes returns

Manchester United's confirmed line-up to face Chelsea in the Premier has been published.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 11:13 AM
Confirmed Man United XI vs Chelsea: Tielemans dropped, Fernandes returns
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United has confirmed its starting lineup to face Chelsea in the Premier League.
  • Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha return to the starting eleven.
  • Kobbie Mainoo returns from injury to make the substitutes' bench.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United has confirmed its starting lineup for the Premier League fixture against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Bruno Fernandes returns to the starting eleven alongside Matheus Cunha, while Kobbie Mainoo makes his return from injury to feature on the substitutes' bench. Senne Lammens starts in goal, supported by a defensive line of Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, and Diogo Dalot.

The midfield pivot features Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos, with Fernandes, Cunha, Amad, and Bryan Mbeumo leading the attack. Youri Tielemans and Mason Mount drop to the bench, while Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, Patrick Dorgu, Manu Ugarte, and Ben Sesko remain sidelined through injury.

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