Arsenal FC vs Manchester United FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Arsenal FC vs Manchester United FC Match Prediction & Analysis

The Gunners moved east last week to take on West Ham in the London Derby that produced a flurry of seven first goals. 4 goals were scored within 6 first half minutes to add to entertainment in the capital. Bukayo Saka’s form is peaking at the right time, as he played provider twice and got on the scoresheet himself. What a bright young spark Mikel Arteta has in his Arsenal. 

Although no second half goals were scored, this was the fourth time in Premier League history that 7 first half goals were scored. The main talking point about this Arsenal side has been their set-pieces, which have each weighed in gold. Gabriel who also scored in the Champions League against Sporting Lisbon seems to be the main target, capable of converting. In doing so, the Gunners ended a run of 4 straight away games without victory. 

Portuguese prodigy Ruben Amorim collected his first 3 points in the Premier League against a dispirited Everton side at the Theatre of Dreams. Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee together shared the spoils as United saw life within the playing eleven that was previously missing. United have now beaten Everton 42 times in the Premier League, the highest tally by any side against an opponent in the competition. 

It’s still early days since the Portuguese’s appointment and it would be ludicrous to draw parallels with Sir Alex Ferguson. United fans did that during the Ole era, Mourinho era, Ten Hag era, but it came nowhere close. They will be more wary this time round. The Red Devil fans will have their fingers crossed, a win against Arsenal would help make believe. 

Head to Head Record - Both teams have played each other 202 times. Arsenal have won 72 of those, Man United have won 85, with 47 draws played out. 

Current Standings - The Gunners sit second with 25 points. The Red Devils are 9th with 19 points from 13 games.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Arsenal FC Preview

The Gunners do well against most clubs, but always struggle against United. The Fergie/Wenger era was one of the highlights of the Premier League when both these clubs first went toe to toe. Both clubs have repositioned themselves, ever since and continue to leave a mark. Arsenal have won their last three Premier League games against United, but they’ve never beaten the Red Devils four times in a row. 

This will prove valuable as Wednesday will be Arsenal’s 500th competitive match at the Emirates Stadium in all competitions (W335, D93, L71). They’ve won 10 and lost 6 of their 20 meetings with Manchester United at the ground (D4), only losing more against Man City (9) and Chelsea (7). Mikel Arteta has the highest win rate (67%) of all managers to face the Red Devils at least 5 times in the competition. If the Gunners are to challenge Liverpool, they will have to do whatever it takes to increase their points and percentage. 

Saka’s Story

Bukayo Saka has had a hand in five Premier League goals against Manchester United (3 goals, 2 assists). Only Thierry Henry (12 – 8G 4A) has been involved in more against the Red Devils for Arsenal. Bukayo Saka has already both scored and assisted a goal in four different Premier League games this season. On only four occasions has an Arsenal player done so more in a single campaign – Thierry Henry (7 in 2002-03, 6 in 2004-05), Robin van Persie (7 in 2011-12) and Lukas Podolski (5 in 2012-13).

Injury - Tomiyasu, Ben White, Merino, Partey, Lewis-Skelly are all injured.

Arsenal probable line up : Raya (GK), Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori (DEF), Odegaard, Rice, Jorginho (MID), Saka, Havertz, Trossard (FWD).

Manchester United FC Preview

Manchester United have lost seven of their last nine Premier League away games against Arsenal (W1, D1) and are winless in six visits to the Emirates (D1, L5) losing the last three in a row. But funnily, Manchester United have won six of their last seven midweek (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Premier League games (L1), with these games producing 38 goals in total (F23 A15). 

The Reds Devils have been playing considerably good football, but will need time to adapt to the new boss. Both these teams will also be facing off in the third round of the FA Cup tie. The ex-Sporting boss will use all players at his disposal to get something out of the game before the transfer window soon opens. The good news is that Erik Ten Hag’s signings did include players in their youth. This gives the current manager a shot at building fresh systems and ideas. 

Amad in Action

Amad Diallo has been a bright spark whose contract has entered the last 6 months. The performance he has put in, easily demands a new one. His left foot is second to none and works brilliantly on the right flank. He has the pace and defensive know-how to play in the back 5. Endurance is a must in a three man defense, which Amad offers on display. All in all, the Ivorian professional footballer is good at taking defenders on, making exquisite passes, but he’s one of the best at being a gifted team player.

Injury - Yoro is out injured. 

Man Utd probable line up : Onana (GK), Mazaraoui, de Ligt, Martinez (DEF), Mainoo, Amad, Casemiro, Dalot (MID) Fernandes, Rashford, Zirkzee (FWD).

ARSENAL FC vs MANCHESTER UNITED FC
Winning Prediction

Ruben Amorin is still unbeaten after his first three games in charge. But the real acid test lies against this Arsenal side. These sides had been at loggerheads back in the day and the current rivalry seems to have tapered off a bit. Of course, Arsenal are miles ahead, challenging for the title on numerous occasions, while United work their internal matters out. Arsenal have scored   a lot of goals in the span of 7 days and if the Red Devils are not watchful, that could repeat at the Emirates. 

Arsenal FC to Win (3-1)

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