Berbatov says win over Chelsea has given United a big boost ahead of new season Manchester United delivered an early blow to title rivals Chelsea with a 3-1 victory over the Premier League champions in the Community Shield at Wembley yesterday. Alex Ferguson's team have spent the close-season licking their wounds after being pipped to the title by the Blues, but they underlined their determination to regain the crown with a ruthless display in the annual curtain-raiser to the English top-flight season. A first half goal from Antonio Valencia put United in front and new signing Javier Hernandez added the second after the break. <img alt="" src="/imagedata/2010/aug/wayne.jpg" border="5" /> Salomon Kalou got one back for Chelsea, but Dimitar Berbatov's late strike ensured United have the early momentum heading into the new campaign. Berbatov's goal was the product of a 20-pass move. "It's my first goal of the season, so it's a really good day," said the Bulgarian. "Now we will celebrate and wait for our first league game against Newcastle next week. We have a great team spirit, we are like one big family." This may have been no more than a glamourous friendly, but there was definite edge to the match as these two old rivals tried to land a psychological blow ahead of the Premier League kick-off on Saturday.

Berbatov says win over Chelsea has given United a big boost ahead of new season

Man United thrash Chelsea 3-1

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