Ace Football previews the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United, and offers the latest betting tips, odds, and team news.
One of the Premier League’s greatest rivalries enters a new chapter on Saturday evening as Arsenal and Manchester United lock horns for the 235th time.
Both sides head to the Emirates Stadium in need of all three points. United, for instance, need a response after a shock defeat last time out to avoid losing valuable ground to Premier League leaders Manchester City in second place. While Arsenal, who sit 10 points behind their foes in ninth, could move into a European qualification spot with a victory.
Recent history favors the hosts in this one, having won three of their last four meetings against United. A 1-0 win at Old Trafford in November, meanwhile, ensured back-to-back victories over the Red Devils. And another one on Saturday would secure Arsenal three consecutive triumphs over their rivals for the first time since September 1998, along with three home wins on the bounce against their foes for the first time since May 1991.
Arsenal Form & Stats
Mikel Arteta has overseen an impressive turnaround. From being on the brink of an unexpected relegation battle in December, along with growing doubts over his future, the Gunners manager has since led his side to five wins in six league games (D1). The club now sit ninth in the standings and seven points adrift of the top-four itself.
Only table-toppers Manchester City have bagged more points (18) in this period. Arsenal have also scored 14 goals in the process and conceded just twice in those six games alone. And considering their recent head-to-head record against Manchester United, the Gunners will be hopeful of continuing their fine run of form.
Several players have stood out recently, especially young players such as Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe. Alexandre Lacazette, on the other hand, has contributed six goals and two assists in his last nine outings. And the possible inclusion of Real Madrid loan signing Martin Odegaard could help spice things up.
Key Team Stats
- Won 5 of their last 6 league games (D1).
- Won 3 of their last 4 league games (D1) against Manchester United and kept 3 clean sheets.
- Kept a clean sheet in their last 3 home games in all competitions.
- Alexandre Lacazette has made 8 goal contributions in his last 9 games (6 goals, 2 assists).
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored in 4 of his last 5 games against Manchester United.
- Mikel Arteta hopes to become the first Arsenal coach to beat Manchester United in each of his first 3 league games.
- Willian hopes to become the first Brazilian to reach 250 appearances in the Premier League.
Manchester United Form & Stats
A 13-match unbeaten in the Premier League came to an unexpected end at the hands of Sheffield United. The bottom-placed side defeated Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men 2-1 at Old Trafford of all places on Wednesday. And as league leaders City boast a game in hand, defeat to Arsenal is simply not an option.
That said, United haven’t lost any of their 10 away league games (W8 D2). They have the Premier League’s best record on the road, scoring another league-high of 24 goals and conceded just 12 times in the process. However, the visitors haven’t beaten Arsenal in a league game since April 2018.
An almost constant theme in United’s games this season is the occurrence of a penalty. No top-flight club can match their haul of 20 spot-kicks since the start of last season, with their pace and counter-attacking approach often proving a handful for defenses.
Key Team Stats
- Unbeaten in their last 17 away league games (W13 D4).
- Could lose 3 league games against Arsenal in a row for the first time since 1991.
- 20 penalties awarded since the start of last season.
- Marcus Rashford has scored 6 of his 7 league goals on the road.
- Bruno Fernandes hasn’t contributed either a goal or assist in his last 4 league games.
Team News
Arsenal
Out: Pablo Mari.
Doubts: Thomas Partey, Emile Smith Rowe, Kieran Tierney, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Manchester United
Out: Brandon Williams.
Doubts: Marcos Rojo, Phil Jones.
Predicted Line-up
(Note: The image will change to the official XI once they’re both announced)
Top Goalscorers in the Premier League
Head-To-Head Record
Below are some head-to-head stats on each team’s recent form in the Premier League.
Match Facts
Betting Tips
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