The 5th round of the Premier League was staged in the red and blue battle. The first half of the game was full of drama. Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was sent off, and Manchester United led 2-0. However, Red Devils midfielder Casemiro was also sent off before the end of the first half, with 10 players fighting.

According to OPTA's statistics, Manchester United vs. Chelsea's first half was the first match of 2+ goals, 2+ red cards and 2+ substitutions in Premier League history.