The Big Preview - Manchester United vs. Chelsea - Team News, Stats and More

In most other years this would be THE game of the Christmas and New Year schedule, but whilst still being a must-see, it might belong better in the Radio Times' drama listings.

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'Dutch Masters', 'Clash of the (failing) Titans' or 'Louis' Last Stand?' Give it any title you want and see the ratings soar.

After his 'second debut' draw against Watford, Guus Hiddink said he hopes his side 'show the same ambition' at Old Trafford.

For his own sake, it's to be hoped that Louis van Gaal feels the same way.

At Stoke he said United's players 'didn't dare to play our football'. He's got to double-dare them now.

Our Prediction - 2-1 Leave yours as comments below!

The Last 5 - Manchester United

Premier League - Stoke 2-0 Man Utd

Premier League - Man Utd 1-2 Norwich

Premier League - Bournemouth 2-1 Man Utd

Champions League - VfL Wolfsburg 3-2 Man Utd

Premier League - Man Utd 0-0 West Ham

The Last 5 - Chelsea

Premier League - Chelsea 2-2 Watford

Premier League - Chelsea 3-1 Sunderland

Premier League - Leicester 2-1 Chelsea

Champions League - Chelsea 2-0 FC Porto

Premier League - Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth

Stat Attack

- Chelsea are unbeaten in their last eight league and cup games against Manchester United (W5, D3).

- The Blues have won six Premier League games at Old Trafford - more than any other visiting side.

- Five players have been sent off in the last six league meetings.

Teams News - Manchester United

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney could be recalled after he was only named as a substitute against Stoke.

Midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger returns from suspension and defender Matteo Darmian could be available following a hamstring injury.

Teams News - Chelsea

Chelsea will be without striker Diego Costa, who is suspended for accumulating five bookings this season.

Eden Hazard could return to the starting line-up after making his comeback from the bench on Saturday.

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