Unsurprisingly not many players emerged with too much credit in the capital. Here’s how our man rated United’s players on an evening to forget ahead of the international break.
1. Aaron Ramsdale 6
Made a few good stops to keep the score down but probably could have done better with Chelsea's second goal in particular, when Chilwell bundled home from about two yards out Photo: Ben Stansall
2. George Baldock 6
Made a positive start to the game and good link-up with Norwood from a short corner led to Blades' opening goal. One of the few players whose head didn't seem to drop as the evening went on Photo: Simon Bellis
3. Chris Basham 5.5
Made a brilliant last-ditch tackle to prevent Kovacic from extending Chelsea's lead. But fortunate that Werner lobbed wide after being caught out by a long ball over the top Photo: Simon Bellis
4. John Egan 6
The United skipper helped keep the score down with a couple of good blocks and tackles, but United desperately need to regain the defensive solidarity they have lost since last season Photo: Pool