In the first three games, Arsenal under Mikel Arteta set a mortifying 118-year club record. For the first time in 118 years, Arsenal failed to score or win in their first three games. Arsenal as a club went down in the dumps before the war even started. On the other hand, Manchester United started as a club that was ready to challenge for the title. With all their weaknesses sorted out, the Red Devils finally started to show the fruits of the seeds which Ole planted the moment he stepped in as a caretaker manager. The Gunners with a split fanbase, struggling in the relegation zone turned the wheel of fortune in their favour. While Manchester United dug their own grave as their performances started to fade away. United looked like a team that entered into a game without thinking of a contingency plan. Their heavy reliance on a single plan proved to be their downfall on and off the field. As things stand Arsenal can once again hope of playing in the European nights. While Manchester United drifted away from challenging for the title to booking a place in the top 4.
Ralf Ragnick has been appointed as the new interim manager till the end of this season. Although he won’t feature against Arsenal, Michael Carrick will remain in charge for at least one more game. Ralf may prove to be the missing piece of the puzzle. Only time will tell if Manchester United made a decision that will either give them a chance to fight for another day or another mistake which will come back to haunt them.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Team News :
For Arsenal, their sensational young Englishman Bukayo Saka will miss this tie as he suffered an injury against a 2-0 victory over Newcastle. Saka was seen limping off the field after he scored the goal. He is due to go for some scans which will give a further update on the severity of the injury. The Swizz mid-fielder Granit Xhaka can soon return to action as he has started to train after he picked up an injury against their bitter rivals Tottenham.
For Manchester United Varane and Pogba will miss the trip to North London. Edinson Cavani remains in contention as he recovers from an injury in his tendon. Varane’s return is still unclear as he recovers from a hamstring injury. Luke Shaw could be seen on the bench after picking up a concussion against Villarreal. Finally, Paul Pogba’s future is engulfed in uncertainty as his contract will expire at the end of this season. Manchester United will not be keen to allow Pogba to leave for free. Paul picked up an injury in his thigh during international duty.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Predicted Line-ups :
Arsenal 4-4-2
(GK) A. Ramsdale
(CB) B. White
(CB) G. Magalhaes
(RB) T. Tomiyasu
(LB) K. Tierney
(CM) T. Partey
(CM) E. Smith Rowe
(RM) N. Pepe
(LM) A. Lonkonga
(ST) A. Lacazette
(ST) M. Odegaard
Manchester United
(GK) D. De Gea
(CB) H. Maguire
(CB) V. Lindelof
(LB) A. Telles
(RB) A. Wan Bissaka
(CM) S. McTominay
(CM) Fred
(RM) J. Sancho
(LM) M. Rashford
(CAM) B. Fernandes
(ST) C. Ronaldo
Arsenal vs Manchester United Match Prediction :
A draw is the most likely outcome for this fixture as both teams are still sorting out their footings. It will solely depend on both teams’ ability to create opportunities into chances and chances into goals. In terms of form and playing style Arsenal are likely to come out victorious over Manchester United who is currently under the weather.
