Manchester United vs Arsenal Predictions and Betting Tips
We're set for a blockbuster clash in the Premier League this Thursday as Man United welcome Arsenal to the Theatre of Dreams. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.
Though we saw both sides play out a goalless draw in their most recent meeting, Arsenal have been the better side in this fixture with the Gunners unbeaten in five against the Mancunians, keeping clean sheets in the last three.
Massive six-pointer on the cards
There should be optimism around Old Trafford this Thursday with the appointment of Ralf Rangnick as Man United's interim coach until the end of the 2021/2022 season. The 63-year-old German wouldn't be in the dugout against Arteta's Gunners, however, with his work permit still being sorted out. As such, Micheal Carrick would still be in charge looking to build upon the point earned against Chelsea at the Bridge last weekend. Jadon Sancho opened the scoring after Jorginho's mistake to give United the lead before the Chelsea midfielder made up for his initial error by tucking away Chelsea's spot-kick. Although they would've been delighted with the draw, Man United still find themselves five points adrift of the Champions League spots.
Arsenal, on the other hand, did well to put that Anfield thumping behind them in their game at home to Newcastle United last weekend. Aaron Ramsdale was on top form for the Gunners once again keeping out all that the Magpies threw at him. At the other end, the Gunners netted two of theirs through Saka and Martinelli to pick up their fourth victory in five league matches. West Ham dropped points last weekend meaning that both sides head into this round of fixtures locked level on the league standings- although the Hammers have a superior goal difference. As such, a win for the Gunners in Manchester and dropped points from the Hammers this week would catapult Arteta's young guns into the top four.
Man United vs Arsenal Team News
Man United possible starting XI:
De Gea; Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Lindelof, Telles; Matic, Fred, McTominay; Fernandes; Sancho, Ronaldo
Arsenal possible starting XI:
Ramsdale; Tomiyasu, White, Gabriel, Tavares; Partey, Lokonga; Martinelli, Odegaard, Smith Rowe; Aubameyang
Man United vs Arsenal Prediction: 1-1
Home hasn't exactly been a happy place for Man United this season, taking just one point from their last four league matches at the Old Trafford. What's more, the Gunners have gotten the better of Man United in recent seasons and given this, we would be going for a draw with both teams settling for a point.
