Get ready for an epic showdown as Manchester United takes on Arsenal, the league leaders, this Sunday! Fresh from our thrilling derby victory, the Red Devils are raring to go.
Michael Carrick's tenure started with a bang, but now he faces a real challenge against the Gunners. A win here could see United climb into the top four, but it won't be easy against an Arsenal side that's yet to lose at home this season.
Let's dive into the team news, TV details, and more to get you ready for this highly anticipated match!
How to Watch and Follow:
Our 16:30 GMT kick-off against Arsenal will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK. But if you can't catch it on TV, don't worry! You can follow the action with us on MUTV, the United App, and ManUtd.com. Our Matchday Live show starts at 15:30 GMT, offering exclusive pre-match insights and live commentary as the game unfolds at Emirates Stadium.
Join us throughout the day on the app and online for team news updates, player interviews, interactive content, and all the post-match reactions you could ask for!
Team News:
Noussair Mazraoui is back in Manchester after a narrow defeat with Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. Whether he's ready for action this weekend remains uncertain, but Carrick might provide an update during his media briefing on Friday afternoon (13:30 GMT).
Joshua Zirkzee and Matthijs de Ligt missed last weekend's derby due to injuries, and our head coach could offer more details during his press conference. On the bright side, academy graduate Shea Lacey is available after serving a one-match suspension for picking up two yellow cards in the FA Cup against Brighton & Hove Albion.
For Arsenal, Piero Hincapie, Riccardo Calafiori, and young Max Dowman are sidelined with injuries. Arteta might give us more insights during his pre-match press interactions.
Form Guide and Past Meetings:
There's no denying that Arsenal is a formidable opponent, having lost just two games in all competitions so far. However, United arrives with a strong record, losing only once in their last 10 Premier League outings. The Reds will be riding high on confidence after their win against City in Carrick's first game of this spell.
The Emirates has been a tough venue for United recently, but they did secure a notable victory there just over a year ago in the FA Cup. Bruno Fernandes opened the scoring, Gabriel equalized, and Diogo Dalot was sent off. When Martin Odegaard stepped up for a penalty in the 70th minute, Altay Bayindir saved it, and the game went to penalties, where Bayindir denied Kai Havertz, sending United through to the next round.
Did You Know?
Arteta is one of the three managers Carrick faced during his caretaker spell with United in 2021. That Premier League meeting at Old Trafford ended in a 3-2 victory for United, with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Fernandes, despite efforts from Emile Smith Rowe and Martin Odegaard for Arsenal.
Carrick maintained an unbeaten record during that spell, also picking up wins against Unai Emery's Villarreal and a draw with Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea. He continued this run with a win against City last weekend, and now he aims to keep it going in North London.
Rivals Watch:
Keep an eye on these upcoming matches as they could impact the league table:
Saturday, January 24:
- West Ham United v Sunderland (12:30 GMT)
- Burnley v Tottenham Hotspur
- Fulham v Brighton & Hove Albion
- Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Bournemouth v Liverpool (17:30 GMT)
Sunday, January 25:
- Brentford v Nottingham Forest (14:00 GMT)
- Crystal Palace v Chelsea (14:00 GMT)
- Newcastle United v Aston Villa (14:00 GMT)
- Arsenal v UNITED (16:30 GMT)
Monday, January 26:
- Everton v Leeds United (20:00 GMT)
All kick-offs are at 15:00 GMT unless specified otherwise.
So, who do you think will come out on top in this highly anticipated clash? Will United continue their winning streak, or will Arsenal maintain their dominance at home? Let's discuss in the comments and share your predictions!
