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Confirmed XIs: Manchester United vs Chelsea (Premier League)

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Marcus Rashford is on the bench as Manchester United look to secure Champions League qualification as they host Chelsea at Old Trafford.

With just one point needed in order for Manchester United to secure Champions League qualification, Erik ten Hag has opened for a strong XI to face Chelsea.

Speaking ahead of the fixture in his pre-match press conference, Erik ten Hag has spoken about the advantage Old Trafford gives his squad.

“Absolutely (playing at Old Trafford is an advantage). And we feel really comfortable. It’s our home, it’s our fortress.

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“We create a vibe in the stadium and I expect it in the coming two games as well. But let’s go for it. We have to get the job done.”

Speaking further on Chelsea, Ten Hag said: “We know they have great players, so it’s a difficult job, and we have to do a difficult task. But we have belief. We are convinced we can do it if we have the right plan, the right attitude from the players and the right team spirit. We will do it.”

The line-ups have been confirmed.

Confirmed line-ups

Manchester United

Starting XI: De Gea, Wan-Bissaka, Shaw, Varane, Lindelof, Casemiro, Eriksen, Fernandes, Antony, Sancho, Martial.

Subs: Butland, Maguire, Malacia, Dalot, Fred, McTominay, Garnacho, Weghorst, Rashford.

Chelsea

Starting XI: Kepa, Azpilicueta, Chalobah, W.Fofana, Hall, Gallagher, Enzo, Chukwuemeka, Madueke, Mudryk, Havertz.

Subs: Mendy, Silva, Pulisic, Felix, Loftus-Cheek, Ziyech, Koulibaly, D.Fofana, Gilchrist.

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