Source: TheGuardian
Chelsea lose momentum and match after José Mourinho’s changes | Paul Wilson
Antonio Conte had a frustrating day as his side failed to take their chances before Jesse Lingard took his for Manchester UnitedCredit where it is due: José Mourinho’s sometimes dour tactics do occasionally produce results. This was a big one for Manchester United, who had to come from behind after being not only outplayed but outdazzled in the first half by a Chelsea side who looked as if they had come to Old Trafford to hand out a lesson in entertaining football.When Eden Hazard and Willian were taking it in turns to cut elegant swaths through United’s defence in the first half the script seemed familiar. The Antonio Conte team would attempt to create, the Mourinho one would do its best to stifle. This was precisely what was happening until United pulled a goal back, at which point Chelsea seemed to lose their sense of certainty. They ended up withdrawing Hazard in the second half in an indication they would settle for a point, only to be trumped by Romelu Lukaku creating a winning goal for Jesse Lingard. Related: Manchester United go second after Jesse Lingard secures win over Chelsea Related: Manchester United’s José Mourinho delighted with vital win over Chelsea Continue reading......read full article
