United, Chelsea showdown set

Old rivals each looking to gain early advantage in race for title

Just a week into the new season, the Premier League will witness its first major head-to-head of the campaign when Chelsea squares off against champion Manchester United on Monday.

United began its title defence with an impressive 4-1 win at Swansea City last weekend, but Chelsea's visit marks the start of a testing four-game sequence that includes matches against Liverpool and Manchester City.