Arsenal and Man Utd Clash: Bold Predictions, Key Lineups, and What to Expect
Long-standing adversaries Arsenal and Manchester United take center stage in Sunday's Premier League fixtures as they clash in a pivotal match at the Emirates Stadium.
The North London side currently leads the Premier League standings and aims to advance further toward championship glory by navigating this challenging fixture. Mikel Arteta's squad delivered yet another outstanding continental display during the week, defeating Inter 3–1 at San Siro to virtually guarantee first place in the group stage.
Arsenal have been nearly invincible this campaign—suffering only two defeats across all tournaments—and their home fortress record is remarkable. With minimal injury concerns and morale at its peak, they'll be confident about completing a season sweep over the Red Devils after their 1–0 triumph at Old Trafford on the campaign's opening day.
Ruben Amorim was managing that August setback, but Michael Carrick leads the team for Sunday's showdown. The caretaker boss guided an extremely promising 2–0 triumph against Manchester City in last weekend's local rivalry—a outcome that also sparked celebrations across North London. While it would be premature to declare United's turnaround complete, they displayed excellence in defeating Pep Guardiola's squad.
United are pursuing Champions League placement and understand that any favorable outcome in London will enhance their chances of rejoining Europe's top tournament. Though their away record at Arsenal has been questionable recently, they did secure victory on their latest visit by defeating the Gunners via penalty shootout in last season's FA Cup opening round.
Here is Sports Illustrated's preview of this marquee matchup.
What Time Does Arsenal vs. Man Utd Kick-Off?
What Time Does Arsenal vs. Man Utd Kick-Off?
Arsenal vs. Man Utd Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Arsenal vs. Man Utd Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Arsenal | Man Utd |
|---|---|
Inter 1–3 Arsenal - 20/1/26 | Man Utd 2–0 Man City - 17/1/26 |
Nottingham Forest 0–0 Arsenal - 17/1/26 | Man Utd 1–2 Brighton - 11/1/26 |
Chelsea 2–3 Arsenal - 14/1/26 | Burnley 2–2 Man Utd - 7/1/26 |
Portsmouth 1–4 Arsenal - 11/1/26 | Leeds 1–1 Man Utd - 4/1/26 |
Arsenal 0–0 Liverpool - 8/1/26 | Man Utd 1–1 Wolves - 30/12/26 |
How to Watch Arsenal vs. Man Utd on TV, Live Stream
How to Watch Arsenal vs. Man Utd on TV, Live Stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Ultra HD, Sky GO, Sky GO Extra |
United States | Peacock |
Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network Canada |
Mexico | Max Mexico, TNT Sports, TNT Go |
Arsenal Team News
Arsenal Team News
Max Dowman might be Arsenal's sole unavailable player for United's visit, as previously injured defenders Piero Hincapié and Riccardo Calafiori have both resumed training sessions. The pair could feature in some role on Sunday.
Gabriel Jesus excelled as the focal point against Inter midweek, netting twice in Milan, though Viktor Gyökeres, who also found the net in the Champions League, may return to the starting eleven. Kai Havertz's recent comeback provides Arteta with another attacking option, though ongoing fitness issues might restrict his playing time.
Should Calafiori not start at left-back, Arteta might deploy Jurriën Timber in that position and utilize Ben White on the right flank—as he did against Nottingham Forest last weekend.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Man Utd
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Man Utd
Arsenal predicted lineup vs. Man Utd (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Ødegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyökeres, Trossard.
Man Utd Team News
Man Utd Team News
United also have relatively few injury concerns but will remain without Matthijs de Ligt for the journey to North London. The Dutch defender is expected to be accompanied on the treatment table by fellow countryman Joshua Zirkzee, with the striker having missed the Manchester derby through injury.
Noussair Mazraoui might feature for the first time since early December after representing runner-up Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations. Young talent Shea Lacey is also ready for selection after completing his one-game ban.
Carrick is expected to maintain most of the lineup that defeated Man City last weekend, with Bryan Mbeumo continuing as the main striker ahead of Benjamin Šeško and Matheus Cunha settling for a substitute role.
Man Utd Predicted Lineup vs. Arsenal
Man Utd Predicted Lineup vs. Arsenal
Man Utd predicted lineup vs. Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martínez, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Amad, Fernandes, Dorgu; Mbeumo.
Arsenal vs. Man Utd Score Prediction
Arsenal vs. Man Utd Score Prediction
Despite United's impressive demolition of City at Old Trafford, this represents a completely different challenge. Facing the league's pacesetters, who possess the division's most resolute defense, without home support will likely prove too demanding for Carrick's side.
It's nearly impossible to oppose Arsenal this season given their outstanding reliability and exceptional home form. The Gunners now possess an even deeper pool of attacking talent ready to breach a United defense that has struggled for consistency this campaign, with an elite midfield trio backing a solid defensive unit.
We're backing another commanding win for the Gunners.