Arsenal and Manchester United meet in a blockbuster FA Cup clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Gunners head into this third-round tie looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle in the EFL Cup earlier this week. The Red Devils, meanwhile, earned a hard-fought 2-2 draw at Liverpool in their last outing, showing resilience to share the points at Anfield. This marks the latest chapter in one of English football's most storied cup rivalries, with both sides eager to progress in this season's competition.
How to watch Arsenal FC vs Manchester United live on TV and online
Football fans in the UK can catch the Gunners vs Man United clash live on BBC One, with the match also available to stream via BBC iPlayer and BBC Sports platforms.
Predictions and betting tips: Arsenal FC vs Manchester United
Arsenal head into this clash as strong favorites, with bookmakers giving the Gunners a significant 63% chance of securing all three points at the Emirates. The odds reflect Arsenal's dominance in the predictions, with bet365 pricing them at 1.67, while Man United are considered clear underdogs with just a 17% chance of victory and lengthy odds of 5.00. The possibility of a stalemate sits at around 20%, with odds of 3.80 for the draw. The Gunners' superior win probability suggests the bookies are expecting a comfortable afternoon for the home side. United's chances look rather slim according to the numbers, with the Red Devils given the lowest probability of the three possible outcomes. The stark contrast in odds between the two sides indicates the bookmakers' confidence in Arsenal's ability to control this traditional Premier League heavyweight clash.
Arsenal FC Results Analysis
The Gunners have endured a bit of a wobble at the Emirates recently, most notably suffering a shock 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the EFL Cup, which saw them crash out of the competition. This disappointing home result came despite Arsenal's otherwise impressive form, suggesting some vulnerability when playing in front of their own supporters. Looking at their overall recent form, Arsenal have been particularly lethal on their travels, picking up seven points from their last three Premier League away matches. The highlight was an absolute demolition job at Selhurst Park, where they put five past Palace, followed by a solid 3-1 victory at the Brentford Community Stadium. Their most recent away day saw them battle to a respectable 1-1 draw at the Amex against Brighton, showing they can dig in when required. The only real blip in their recent home form was that Cup exit to the Magpies, though they did manage to squeak past Ipswich with a narrow 1-0 win in their last league outing at the Emirates.
Arsenal FC Form Analysis
The Red Devils have shown quite a mixed bag on their travels recently, with their most notable result being a gutsy 2-2 draw at Anfield, where they managed to hold their own against their fierce rivals Liverpool. However, their away form has been rather concerning overall, with a particularly tough spell seeing them suffer a 2-0 defeat at Molineux against Wolves and a heavy 4-3 loss to Spurs in the EFL Cup, highlighting some defensive frailties on the road. Looking further back, United did manage to pull off a memorable 2-1 victory in the Manchester derby at the Etihad, showing they can still produce the goods in big away matches when the pressure's on. However, their defensive struggles have been a recurring theme, having shipped multiple goals in several away fixtures. The inconsistency has been a real head-scratcher for United supporters, with the team capable of both brilliant performances and absolute stinkers away from Old Trafford, making them quite unpredictable on their travels.
Match results between Arsenal FC and Manchester United
The recent history between Arsenal and Manchester United has been largely dominated by the Gunners, who have claimed 8 victories from their last 13 meetings compared to United's 3 wins, with 2 matches ending all square. The North London outfit have been particularly formidable on their home turf, securing 6 wins at the Emirates, while also managing to nick 2 away victories at Old Trafford, demonstrating their ability to perform both home and away in this fixture. The Red Devils have struggled to assert their dominance in recent encounters, managing just 3 wins overall, with 2 of those coming at Old Trafford and a solitary away victory. Their most recent clash saw Arsenal emerge victorious with a comfortable 2-0 win, further cementing their recent superiority in this historic rivalry. United's performance against their old rivals has been a far cry from their dominant days of the past, with the Gunners clearly having the upper hand in contemporary meetings.
How the table looks: Arsenal FC vs Manchester United
Given the lack of current standings information for both Arsenal and Manchester United, I cannot provide a meaningful summary of their positions in the table at this time.
