Chelsea's goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was sent off just five minutes into the match against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Sanchez received a red card for denying Bryan Mbeumo a clear goalscoring opportunity just outside the penalty area. The incident occurred as Mbeumo was racing towards goal in challenging weather conditions.

Referee Peter Bankes took a moment before issuing the red card, leaving Chelsea to play with ten men. The situation worsened for the Blues shortly after, as Bruno Fernandes scored the opening goal in the 14th minute. He found the net with a precise close-range finish past Sanchez's replacement, Filip Jorgensen.

Pat Nevin, providing analysis for BBC Radio 5 Live, commented on the incident, stating, "Robert Sanchez had to come for it. Bryan Mbeumo was away, flying towards the goalkeeper. In this sort of rain, things happen. If you come out that far, you have to win the ball. That is the absolute definition of a red card."

The match continued to unfold with Chelsea facing an uphill battle after the early dismissal of their goalkeeper.