How many points Manchester United need to guarantee Champions League qualification after huge Chelsea win

Manchester United took a big step towards securing Champions League qualification with an impressive 1-0 win over Chelsea on Saturday. 

The Red Devils came into the fixture without their four main defenders. 

Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez were both suspended, and Leny Yoro picked up a late injury. 

Meanwhile, Matthijs de Ligt hasn’t played since November because of a back issue. 

Despite featuring Noussair Mazraoui and Ayden Heaven as emergency centre-backs, United managed to seal maximum points at the expense of Chelsea. 

Matheus Cunha scored the decisive goal in the 43rd minute after being brilliantly set up by Bruno Fernandes. 

Points Man Utd need to guarantee European qualification 

Victory at Stamford Bridge means United have now stretched the gap to 10 points with Chelsea. 

With five games remaining in the season, Michael Carrick’s side are in an excellent position to secure a return to the Champions League. 

United need to win their next two fixtures against Brentford and Liverpool to guarantee their place in the European competition. 

Because reaching a 64 points tally means Chelsea wouldn’t be able to catch the Red Devils, even if they win all their remaining games. 

Sunday, May 3 is the earliest date United can seal Champions League qualification. 

They can achieve the feat earlier, if the Blues lose their midweek game at Brighton & Hove Albion. 

Given Chelsea’s poor form, they are likely to drop points at the Amex Stadium.