Manchester United’s long unbeaten run in the Premier League was brought to an end in midweek, but they will be hoping to get back to winning ways when they travel to Emirates on Saturday afternoon.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Odds
| Arsenal | +175 |
| Draw | +237 |
| Manchester United | +144 |
United Need To Respond
Manchester United have been praised over recent weeks, as they have looked every inch like a side that a team that are capable of fighting for the Premier League title. Their 12-match unbeaten run saw them go top of the league, but recent defeat against Sheffield United at Old Trafford has meant that Manchester City could open up a 4-point lead at the summit due to their game in hand. The Red Devils will need to bounce back efficiently at the Emirates, as they have a tricky run of fixtures after the game against Arsenal, as they come up against Southampton and Everton.
Both of those games are at Old Trafford, where all four defeats that United this season have came. Away form hasn’t been an issue for United, as they have won all but two of the games that they have played away from Manchester. One of those draws came against Liverpool at Anfield. It was a disappointing performance by United against the Blades, as they gifted the side at the bottom of the Premier League numerous chances and failed to make their possession count. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will remind his team that how sides bounce back is pivotal in championship races.
Arsenal Hitting Form
The pressure on Mikel Arteta has eased over recent games, as the Gunners have been able to rediscover their very best form. They come into this home game against United in their best form of the season, as they are unbeaten in six league games, and have won five of the games that they have played. Despite being written off by many, they are now level on points with Chelsea, and just four points away from Liverpool, who are currently in the final Europa League spot.
This Premier League season has been one of the most unpredictable in recent years, and the fact that they are five points off the Champions League places means that the Gunners can’t be ruled out of a top-four finish this campaign. Arsenal put their FA Cup defeat against Southampton by beating the same opponents in their last league outing. Arteta’s side claimed a 3-1 success in that game, with Nicolas Pepe and Bukayo Saka among the scorers.
Recent Meetings Between Sides
United don’t actually have a good recent record against the Gunners, as they have lost three of the previous five league meetings between the teams. The other two games during that time have both ended in draws. The Red Devils last win at the Emirates came in December 2017.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Picks
How United respond to their setback against Sheffield United will be essential in determining their chances in this game. The Red Devils haven’t been beaten away from home for over 12 months, and this game could suit them, as they will be able to play on the counter-attack. United should get the win, but it will be an entertaining game.
