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While most of America will be enthralled with football on Super Bowl Sunday, the rest of the world will likely be paying attention to soccer.
That's because Chelsea hosts Manchester United in what is one of the world's biggest rivalries. United is still battling Manchester City for the top of the table, while Chelsea is barely holding on to that all-important No. 4 spot.
This is going to be a huge match for both squads, and emotions will be running high. Here's a look at some bold predictions for Sunday's other showdown.
Fernando Torres Finds the Net
Usually with a forward this wouldn't be seen as a bold prediction, but for Torres, who hasn't scored since he put two in the back of the net against Genk back in October, it is.
What's more, the Spaniard has looked even worse as of late, as he's only gotten off one shot in his last two appearances, although that comes after a nice run in which he was getting good looks at the target.
But, he's finally going to get one through against Ben Amos or David De Gea. Man U has struggled to find consistent goalkeeping, and it won't matter who is there on Sunday.
Rooney Gets a Hat Trick
Wayne Rooney, along with Nani and Ashley Young, is set to return from injury on Sunday and the timing couldn't be worse for Chelsea.
The Blues will be without Ashley Cole, who is suspended due to his red card against Swansea, and John Terry, who was ruled out today.
That's a lot of weapons against a depleted back line. I'm betting Rooney is the one who benefits, even if he doesn't go the full 90.
3-3 Draw
Combine Chelsea's injuries in the back with Man U's inconsistent goalkeeping, and you've got an exciting, high-scoring match on your hands.
Chelsea hasn't given up many goals as of late, but they haven't faced an attack like United's, either.
On the other side of the ball, the Red Devils are solid on defense, but in their last five road games (and that includes a shutout against Fulham), Man U has given up almost two goals per game. That's very un-Devil like.
Playing at Stamford Bridge can be tough, and I wouldn't be surprised if United makes a few silly errors that lead to goals.
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