Manchester United vs Arsenal Preview:
Possible starting lineups:
Manchester United (3-5-2):
De Gea, Jones, Smalling, Rojo, Valencia, Fellaini, Matic, Herrera, Shaw, Martial, Lukaku
Arsenal (3-4-2-1):
Leno, Mustafi, Sokratis, Holding, Bellerin, Guendouzi, Torreira, Kolasinac, Lacazette, Ramsey, Aubameyang
Manchester United are sharing the sixth place with Everton. Both teams have 22 points and it is clear the next period could be crucial, particularly for the Red Devils. They are fighting for a spot between top four and everything less will be a catastrophe. Manager Jose Mourinho is feeling some pressure, as well as the players. On Saturday they played a 2:2 draw with Southampton at St Mary. United were facing an embarrassing defeat as the Saints had 2:0 lead inside the opening 20 minutes. However, Mourinho's players made a comeback before half-time. Romelu Lukaku and Ander Herrera scored two goals in just six minutes to earn his team a point. Nevertheless, it was another unconvincing display by Manchester United. If something could be noted as positive that's the fact Romelu Lukaku has scored - the Belgian striker has ended his run of 12 games and 981 minutes without a goal for Manchester United in all competitions. Last time he scored against Watford in September. Marcus Rashford should also be mentioned, he took hand in both goals with two superb assists. For this match Mourinho has lot of issues again, especially in the defense. Eric Bailly and Chris Smalling both missed out the trip to Southampton through injury and they are rated as doubtful. Luke Shaw and Matteo Darmian are also rated as doubtful, while Ashley Young is suspended.
Arsenal are on the fourth place, leveled with Tottenham. Both sides have 30 points, but the Gunners have better goal-difference after Saturday's 4:2 win exactly against North London rivals. Unai Emery's men extended their unbeaten series to 19 matches and the atmosphere in the squad is excellent. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was the 'Man of the Match' after netting a brace, while the remaining two goals were scored by Alexandre Lacazette and Lucas Torreira. Aubameyang became the first player to score with 10 consecutive shots on target in the England top division since Benni McCarthy from Blackburn in October 2007. Since his debut in the Premier League, the Gabonese striker has scored 20 goals. Emery will try to continue the positive run, though he has some issues ahead of the derby. Midfielder Granit Xhaka is sidelined due to a suspension. He picked up his fifth yellow card against Tottenham. Matteo Guendouzi is likely to replace him. Central defender Shkodran Mustafi came off with an injury in the London derby and he is rated as doubtful. The situation with Mesut Ozil is unclear. He has only featured in one of Arsenal's last five matches. The official explanation is injury, but many believe there is something more - manager isn't fully satisfied with his form. Danny Welbeck and Nacho Monreal remain sidelined through injuries.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Prediction:
I expect an efficient match at Old Trafford. Manchester United have scored two goals against Southampton, but also conceded twice. Arsenal, meanwhile, won 4:2 against Tottenham. Both attacks are in good form, so I believe both teams will score here.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Pick: Both teams to score - Yes
Possible starting lineups:
Manchester United (3-5-2):
De Gea, Jones, Smalling, Rojo, Valencia, Fellaini, Matic, Herrera, Shaw, Martial, Lukaku
Arsenal (3-4-2-1):
Leno, Mustafi, Sokratis, Holding, Bellerin, Guendouzi, Torreira, Kolasinac, Lacazette, Ramsey, Aubameyang
Manchester United are sharing the sixth place with Everton. Both teams have 22 points and it is clear the next period could be crucial, particularly for the Red Devils. They are fighting for a spot between top four and everything less will be a catastrophe. Manager Jose Mourinho is feeling some pressure, as well as the players. On Saturday they played a 2:2 draw with Southampton at St Mary. United were facing an embarrassing defeat as the Saints had 2:0 lead inside the opening 20 minutes. However, Mourinho's players made a comeback before half-time. Romelu Lukaku and Ander Herrera scored two goals in just six minutes to earn his team a point. Nevertheless, it was another unconvincing display by Manchester United. If something could be noted as positive that's the fact Romelu Lukaku has scored - the Belgian striker has ended his run of 12 games and 981 minutes without a goal for Manchester United in all competitions. Last time he scored against Watford in September. Marcus Rashford should also be mentioned, he took hand in both goals with two superb assists. For this match Mourinho has lot of issues again, especially in the defense. Eric Bailly and Chris Smalling both missed out the trip to Southampton through injury and they are rated as doubtful. Luke Shaw and Matteo Darmian are also rated as doubtful, while Ashley Young is suspended.
Arsenal are on the fourth place, leveled with Tottenham. Both sides have 30 points, but the Gunners have better goal-difference after Saturday's 4:2 win exactly against North London rivals. Unai Emery's men extended their unbeaten series to 19 matches and the atmosphere in the squad is excellent. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was the 'Man of the Match' after netting a brace, while the remaining two goals were scored by Alexandre Lacazette and Lucas Torreira. Aubameyang became the first player to score with 10 consecutive shots on target in the England top division since Benni McCarthy from Blackburn in October 2007. Since his debut in the Premier League, the Gabonese striker has scored 20 goals. Emery will try to continue the positive run, though he has some issues ahead of the derby. Midfielder Granit Xhaka is sidelined due to a suspension. He picked up his fifth yellow card against Tottenham. Matteo Guendouzi is likely to replace him. Central defender Shkodran Mustafi came off with an injury in the London derby and he is rated as doubtful. The situation with Mesut Ozil is unclear. He has only featured in one of Arsenal's last five matches. The official explanation is injury, but many believe there is something more - manager isn't fully satisfied with his form. Danny Welbeck and Nacho Monreal remain sidelined through injuries.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Prediction:
I expect an efficient match at Old Trafford. Manchester United have scored two goals against Southampton, but also conceded twice. Arsenal, meanwhile, won 4:2 against Tottenham. Both attacks are in good form, so I believe both teams will score here.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Pick: Both teams to score - Yes
