In a gripping clash under torrential rain, Manchester United edged past Chelsea with a 2-1 victory, a result that eases pressure on United manager Ruben Amorim following a dismal start to the season.

The match erupted early when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez received a red card just five minutes in for a reckless tackle on Bryan Mbeumo, leaving the visitors at a disadvantage. United capitalized immediately, with Bruno Fernandes netting his 100th goal for the club shortly after.

Not to be outdone, Casemiro added a second goal for United in the first half with a header, before also receiving a second yellow card, leaving both teams with ten men. Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah threatened a comeback late in the game with a towering header, but United held firm.

The tumultuous match was characterized by high stakes on both sides, as fans, especially at Old Trafford, taunted Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho following his return. Chelsea, struggling in the face of adversity, managed to rally in the end but fell short of equalizing.

The frantic first half included not only red cards but also several near misses from both squads. Mbeumo came close to scoring with a well-placed shot, and despite a denied goal for Casemiro due to an offside, United’s resolve paid off.

Maresca’s Chelsea side seemed rattled, as they failed to handle United's persistent pressure. The second half didn’t bring much relief, with Chelsea's beleaguered squad scrambling to respond to United's strong defense.

In the latter stages, a quick corner taken by Reece James caught United off guard, allowing Chalobah to reduce the deficit and send shivers through the home crowd. However, United’s keeper, Altay Bayindir, managed crucial saves to maintain the lead.

With the victory, United now basks in the relief of a much-needed win, while Chelsea faces further scrutiny as the season unfolds.