Following a dream start at home in Premier League against Everton, Ruben Amorim’s real test comes against Arsenal in Round 14. The Red Devils are scheduled to travel to Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, 4 December. Arsenal have the back of a victory against West Ham while Manchester United capitalized on their home performance by defeating Everton in the last game.
Arsenal vs Manchester United: Match Preview
Since the end of the International break, Arsenal has put an excellent run of form with three straight victories in Premier League and Champions League. The numbers on the recent scoresheet present the Gunners’ real strength as they have won all of the previous three matches with a 3+ goals margin, netting the ball 13 times. Arsenal have also delivered strong performances at Emirates Stadium consistently with six victories in the last seven attempts. Seven victories and four draws in 13 rounds have got the Gunners in the second position on the points table, having a nine-point gap from the leaders Liverpool.
Manchester United are currently ninth with a difference of nine points from their upcoming rivals Arsenal. However, the Red Devils have shown their strength recently, described by a seven-game unbeaten streak and winning five of them. Nevertheless, there is more to refine away from Old Trafford as United have shared stalemates in five of their recent six road fixtures, losing to West Ham in the other. Manchester United featured a dominant performance during Ruben Amorim’s first league home game in charge, winning by 4-0 with the braces from Rashford and Zirkzee.
Arsenal vs Manchester United: Head-to-Head Record
Arsenal have registered the clear lead in the recent H2Hs with Manchester United, winning four of the recent five Premier League meetings. The record at Emirates Stadium has been even more remarkable with a six-match undefeated streak while winning them. The Gunners earned a promising victory of 3-1 at home last season and secured a narrow lead of 0-1 in the reverse fixture.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 28/07/24 | Arsenal 2-1 Manchester United | Club Friendly |
| 12/05/24 | Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal | Premier League |
| 03/09/23 | Arsenal 3-1 Manchester United | Premier League |
| 23/07/23 | Arsenal 0-2 Manchester United | Club Friendly |
| 22/01/23 | Arsenal 3-2 Manchester United | Premier League |
Arsenal vs Manchester United: Team News and Predicted Lineups
Along with the long-term absentees Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal’s preparation against United is affected by the injury-related absence of Gabriel Magalhaes, Thomas Partey, Lewis-Skelly, and Mikel Merino. For the visiting side, Jonny Evans, Leny Yoro, and Victor Lindelof miss the game due to injuries. Lisandro Martinez and Kobbie Mainoo will also be sidelined through yellow-card suspensions.
Arsenal Predicted Lineups
Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Calafiori; Odegaard, Jorginho, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
Manchester United Predicted Lineups
Onana (GK); Mazraoui, De Ligt, Maguire; Diallo, Casemiro, Ugarte, Shaw; Zirkzee, Garnacho; Hojlund
Arsenal vs Manchester United: Match Prediction
Arsenal have not lost a single home game this season in any competitions, winning seven of the nine matches. The attacking line looks fully prepared as they have notched multiple goals in each of their previous four Premier League fixtures at Emirates Stadium, witnessing three BTTS outcomes. Meanwhile, Manchester United also have scored in four of their last five road fixtures while securing just one clean sheet. However, with the significant home advantage and solid performance, Arsenal is expected to pose a tough challenge to Manchester United one more time and take three points.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Predicted Result: 2-1 victory for Arsenal
