Chelsea deepen Manchester United crisis with 2-0 win

Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over a demoralized Manchester United in the English Premier League, plunging United into a deeper crisis. Goals from Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer sent the home side ahead after they took the lead in the second half. Manchester United, who had the better chances in the first half, were without a win in their past seven matches, their worst run since 1991.

The Red Devils are currently winless in nine matches across all competitions, equaling their worst run in the post-Alex Ferguson era. United's troubles were evident as they struggled to capitalize on David De Gea's saves, with Bruno Fernandes missing chances despite being well-placed. Matheus Cunha's goal was disallowed by VAR for offside, but the momentum shifted significantly in the second half as Chelsea capitalized on their opponents' mistakes.

Rogers collected a pass after Chelsea regained possession and expertly chipped the ball into the net. The second goal came from a penalty awarded for a dangerous foul by Lisandro Martinez, who was subsequently sent off. Despite Estevao scoring a disallowed third goal, Chelsea returned to their winning ways and now sit in fourth place, seven points clear.

Manchester United, meanwhile, are languishing in 16th position with just seven points, their poor run potentially risking relegation.