It’s that stage of the season again when almost every English football fan stops to watch a right royal battle. Heavyweights Chelsea and Manchester United clash in what could have major consequences for both sides. In a similar match last season, Chelsea went from league leaders to third spot on the table and never recovered – can they reverse the situation this season?

Arsenal fans will be watching with particular interest as will online bookmakers. United have a one point lead over Chelsea with Arsenal a further three points back. A United win will send them four clear and almost seal another title for them. A Chelsea win will put them two points clear and open the door for Arsenal to make a play for at least second spot on the table.

What Arsenal fans are really hoping for is the draw. That will open the door for the Gunners to challenge for the top spot in coming weeks. Meanwhile, online bookmakers are watching closely. You watch the betting boards as soon as the game is over. They will quickly readjust their season ending odds based on today’s results.

Betting for today’s game is interesting. Manchester United are at home but they have been savaged by injuries to their top players. Chelsea have not had a good run away from home just lately – perhaps today is the day they reverse that trend.

Online bookmakers have United at 2.65 to win with Chelsea betting close at 2.80. The draw at 3.30 really does look tempting in this game and that’s the way I am tipping. There is one tip I am sure of – we are in for a cracker of a game today.