Arsenal is set to face Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night, as the Gunners aim to achieve a historic win against their Premier League rivals. Recently, Arsenal has shown a resurgence in form, winning their last three matches after a brief setback in November. A victory against Man United would mark the first time in history that Arsenal has won four consecutive Premier League games against the Manchester club.
The importance of this match is heightened, particularly following Arsenal’s impressive 5-2 victory over West Ham in their last outing. A win would give Mikel Arteta’s side a substantial boost leading into the festive season.
In preparation for this matchup, Arteta has made four changes to the starting lineup from last weekend’s contest, bringing in Kiwior, Zinchenko, Partey, and Martinelli to replace the injured Gabriel, Calafiori, Jorginho, and Trossard.
Arsenal’s confirmed starting eleven will see Kiwior partnering with Saliba in defense and Partey anchoring the midfield, while Martinelli provides width down the wing.
On the other hand, Manchester United’s season has been less than stellar, currently sitting in ninth place in the Premier League. After parting ways with Erik ten Hag, Ruben Amorim has taken the helm and has managed to secure two consecutive wins, including a resounding 4-0 triumph over Everton in their last match. However, facing Arsenal presents a significant challenge for United, particularly given their struggles at the Emirates, where they have lost seven of their last nine away games against the Gunners.
For the match against Arsenal, Amorim has opted for a new look with six changes to the lineup that won against Everton. Key players Martinez, Diallo, Mainoo, Casemiro, Rashford, and Zirkzee will be replaced by Maguire, Malacia, Mount, Ugarte, Garnacho, and Hojlund. Additionally, Leny Yoro returns from injury and may see action in the match, offering a glimpse of potential youth talent for United.
This match is not only crucial for both teams’ current standings but also serves as an opportunity for Arsenal to solidify their resurgence while Manchester United looks to regain momentum under their new manager. A hopeful outlook for football fans is that such pivotal matches can lead to exciting and memorable moments on the pitch.