Antonio Conte makes shocking prediction ahead of Manchester United clash

Difficult encounter

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has warned his team to expect a difficult physical challenge at Premier League side Manchester United on Sunday.

The reigning English Premier League champions have the chance to level on points with the Red Devils if Antonio Conte’s men manage to defeat the Old Trafford outfit.

Blues let lead slip

The Blues let slip a 1-0 lead to draw 1-1 with Spanish La Liga giants FC Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League first leg last-16 fixture at Stamford Bridge during the week.

Jose Mourinho’s side, meanwhile, displayed a rather poor performance in a 0-0 draw with Sevilla ahead of this Sunday’s crunch top-four encounter at Old Trafford.

United lost 1-0 to the English Premier League holders earlier in the campaign following Spain international striker Alvaro Morata’s second-half winning goal at Stamford Bridge in October.

Fumbling Premier League champions

The Blues are in the fourth position on the English Premier League log but three points adrift United, who are Manchester City’s closest rivals.

Manchester United have lost two of their past three Premier League matches following losses at Newcastle United and Spurs.

Jose Mourinho’s team were 2-0 winners against new boys Huddersfield at Old Trafford in their last match on home soil.