Manchester United vs Arsenal Prediction, Betting Tips and Match Preview
Manchester United vs Arsenal prediction for Sunday’s FA Cup match at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners will be hosting the Red Devils for the 3rd Round of the 2025 FA Cup. Read on for all our Manchester United vs Arsenal prediction and free betting tips. Watch & Bet Here =>
Manchester United vs Arsenal Match Date, Time And Kick-Off
The Manchester United vs Arsenal match date and kick-off time is set. Manchester United vs Arsenal Manchester United fixture is on Sunday, 12 Jan 2025 and the game kick-off time is 15:00 (CET) at Emirates Stadium.
Game Date: Sunday, 12 Jan 2025
Kick-off Time: 15:00 (CET)
Stadium: Emirates Stadium, England
Manchester United vs Arsenal Betting Odds (1X2)
Manchester United vs Arsenal betting odds today – who will win according to the betting odds?
| Odds Arsenal vs Man United 1X2 | ||
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 5.10 | 3.90 | 1.66 |
| Odds Man United vs Arsenal 1X, 12 & X2 | ||
| 1X | 12 | 2X |
| 1.17 | 1.26 | 2.18 |
| Odds Both Teams To Score (BTTS) | ||
| YES | NO | |
| 1.74 | 1.97 | |
| Odds Man United vs Arsenal To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals |
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| O 2.5 | U 2.5 | |
| 1.79 | 2.02 | |
Manchester United vs Arsenal Prediction
The FA Cup match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC will have a significant impact on both teams, to sum up. Arsenal seems likely to win based on their previous play and their dominance against Manchester United in the past. The tactical skill of Mikel Arteta appears to have put Arsenal in a solid position to win. Manchester United must, however, fix their defensive flaws and rediscover their attacking rhythm if they hope to compete successfully. Arsenal is thus given the advantage in our match predictions, although both teams have a chance to score.
Last month, despite the result, Arsenal exploited set pieces and little open play to win the match against United. United is unreachable, despite Arsenal’s extremely savage performance against Newcastle. The Gunners seem to be the slight favorites right now because of this. If they keep up their strong play, United could be the strongest pick at the current odds. The Red Devils looked extremely threatening on the counterattack against Anfield last weekend.
A 2-1 win for Man United vs. Arsenal seems like a fair prediction.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Betting Tips
Here are the best Manchester United vs Arsenal betting odds and our Manchester United vs Arsenal betting tips for the fixture:
- Away Win Best Odds: 5.10 with Unibet
- Home Win Best Odds: 3.90 with Unibet
- Draw Best Odds: 4.10 with Unibet
Our Manchester United vs Arsenal betting tips and predictions
We expect Arsenal win at 1.66 with Unibet. Below you can read the reasons for our Manchester United vs Arsenal betting tips prediction.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Correct Score Prediction
We expect a 2-1 Arsenal win at 7.50 with Unibet
Manchester United vs Arsenal First Goal Scorer Prediction
Manchester United vs Arsenal First Goal Scorer Prediction
| Manchester United goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal | Last goal scorer |
| Bruno Fernandes | 8.50 | 3.55 | 8.50 |
| Rasmus Højlund | 8.50 | 3.90 | 8.50 |
| Joshua Zirkzee | 9.50 | 5.00 | 11.00 |
| Amad Diallo | 9.50 | 4.70 | 12.00 |
Bruno Fernandes has been handed odds of 8.50 to score the first goal.
| Arsenal goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal | Last goal scorer |
| Gabriel Jesus | 5.80 | 3.30 | 5.40 |
| Kai Havertz | 6.10 | 3.15 | 5.50 |
| Leandro Trossard | 7.00 | 3.80 | 7.00 |
| Gabriel Martinelli | 8.00 | 4.10 | 7.00 |
Gabriel Jesus has been handed odds of 5.80 to score the first goal.
Odds Arsenal and Manchester United Both Teams To Score Goal (BTTS)
What are the best odds on both teams to score goals?
| BTTS YES | BTTS NO |
| 1.74 | 1.97 |
We expect both teams to score goal (BTTS) at 1.74.
Odds Arsenal and Manchester United To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals
What are the best odds on over and under 2.5 goals?
| Over 2.5 goals | Under 2.5 goals |
| 1.79 | 2.02 |
We expect Arsenal and Manchester United to score over 2.5 goals at 1.79.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Preview
When Arsenal and Manchester United play each other at the Emirates Stadium this weekend in the FA Cup third round, one of the biggest rivalries in English football will be on display. Even though the Gunners recently won their Premier League game 2-0 at home against the Red Devils, it will be interesting to see how this one plays out now that new manager Ruben Amorim has had more time to implement his plans.
A 2-0 loss at the Emirates in early December was Amorim’s first setback as United’s manager, so he will surely be keen to make amends with this opportunity to begin a cup run. The FA Cup won’t be enough to actually turn this team around, though, as Amorim’s predecessor Erik ten Hag found out.
Mikel Arteta’s club may have to bench some of their more well-known players in order to rest them for this weekend’s match against Manchester United because of their present tightness in the League Cup. They will be eager to bring home a trophy at last.
Man United vs Arsenal injuries and team news
Man United Team News and Injuries
Manchester United secured their place in the Europa League by defeating City in the FA Cup. Erik ten Hag has been given a new contract and will be in the dugout at SoFi Stadium this Sunday morning.
Prior to the Liverpool game, Amorim appeared to imply that despite Mason Mount’s injury, players like Luke Shaw and Victor Lindelof were on the verge of returning.
Man United Injured Players:
Mason Mount (Thigh): Mason Mount has been sidelined for several weeks due to a thigh injury sustained during Manchester City.
Marcus Rashford (Illness): Marcus Rashford was ill and missed Sunday’s Manchester United trip to Liverpool.
Victor Lindelof (Muscular): Lindelof was injured and had to leave the Carabao Cup after just 45 minutes.
Luke Shaw (Thigh): Luke Shaw, who had just returned from an extended layoff, had a setback last month due to a new injury.
Arsenal Injured Players:
Ben White (Knee): Underwent surgery and is out for several months.
Takehiro Tomiyasu (Knee): He is now a doubt for the start of the new season, though the club’s medical staff has not yet assessed the severity of the problem.
Ethan Nwaneri (Hamstring): In the final stages of rehabilitation but not yet ready for competitive action.
Bukayo Saka (Knee): Underwent surgery and is out for several weeks.
Manchester United vs Arsenal lineups
Here are the predicted Manchester United vs Arsenal lineups today:
| Man United United starting XI | Onana; Yoro, Maguire, De Ligt; Mazraoui, Mainoo, Ugarte, Dalot; Amad, Fernandes; Hojlund |
| Arsenal starting XI: | Raya, Lewis-Skelly, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber, Odegaard, Partey, Rice, Trossard, Havertz, Martinelli |
Manchester United vs Arsenal Head To Head: Record And Results 2024
Ahead of Sunday’s clash between Manchester United and Arsenal, we look at the matches the two teams have recently played. Watch & Bet Here =>
Man United vs Arsenal Head-to-Head stats
Despite the fact that these two teams usually play each other rather closely, United only just wins this clash with 101 wins to the Gunners’ 90. North London has won four straight games against these opponents, demonstrating its dominance in recent years.
Specifically, there have been some memorable moments between these two in the FA Cup; most fans likely remember the semi-final replay in 1999 and Ryan Giggs’s famous single triumph. In the 16 occasions they have faced one another in this competition, United has won eight of those encounters, Arsenal six, and there have been two draws. The 2004 final was another close game that Arsenal won on penalties.
| Total matches played: |
241 |
| Games won: | 90 |
| Games drawn: | 50 |
| Games lost: | 101 |
Tonight’s match is the 242th meeting between Manchester United and Arsenal. The Gunners have won 90 games between the two while Manchester United have managed 101 wins for themselves and the other 50 ended as draws.
Manchester United vs Arsenal Form
Emirates Stadium will host Arsenal vs. Manchester United on Sunday night. With the Gunners hoping to further their control over Manchester United, both teams have different reasons for needing the victory.
Manchester United Form
Manchester United’s performance lately has proven challenging. On January 2, 2025, they fell 2-0 to Newcastle United, and they have now lost four straight Premier League games. But in a 2-2 draw with league leaders Liverpool on January 5, 2025, they shown perseverance, highlighted by an exceptional performance from Manuel Ugarte. This improvement nonetheless, concerns remain regarding the team’s overall progress under manager Ruben Amorim.
Manchester United Form: LLLLD
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
| 20 Dec 2024 | Tottenham vs Man United | L | 4-3 | League Cup |
| 22 Dec 2024 | Man United vs Bournemouth | L | 0-3 | Premier League |
| 26 Dec 2024 | Wolves vs Man united | L | 2-0 | Premier League |
| 31 Dec 2024 | Man united vs Newcastle | L | 0-2 | Premier League |
| 05 Jan 2025 | Liverpool vs Man United | D | 2-2 | Premier League |
Arsenal Form
Arsenal has recently played erratically. On January 1, 2025, they won 3-1 over Brentford in the Premier League. Brighton & Hove Albion, however, held them to a 1-1 draw on January 4, 2025. In the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final on January 7, 2025, Arsenal fell to Newcastle United 2-0 at home, with goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon. Before this one, they hadn’t suffered a defeat at home since April 2024.
Arsenal Form: WWWDL
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Competition |
| 21 Dec 2024 | Crystal Palace v Arsenal | W | 1-5 | Premier League |
| 28 Dec 2024 | Arsenal v Ipswich Town | W | 1-0 | Premier League |
| 01 Jan 2024 | Brentford v Arsenal | W | 1-3 | Premier League |
| 04 Jan 2025 | Brighton v Arsenal | D | 1-1 | Premier League |
| 07 Jan 2025 | Arsenal v Newcastle United | L | 0-2 | League Cup |
Where to watch Man United vs Arsenal live on TV?
For those wondering where to watch Man United vs Arsenal live on TV or stream, the game will be broadcasted on major sports channels in Europe.
How to watch Man United vs Arsenal on TV?Man United vs Arsenal channel in UK and US!
In addition to knowing where to watch Man United vs Arsenal, you can check out dedicated channels for comprehensive coverage of pre-match analysis, post-match reactions, and player interviews.
United Kingdom
- Channel: You can watch the Arsenal vs Man United FA match live on BBC Sports and ITV1 in the UK.
- Streaming: For streaming, you can use BBC iplayer/BBC Sports Website or ITVX which offers free-to-air coverage.
United States
- Channel: ESPN
- Streaming: ESPN+
For UK viewers, this high-stakes FA Cup clash will be accessible on ESPN+, the go-to destination for live football action.
If you’re not subscribed to ESPN, the ESPN website Pass is a great option to catch the match without a long-term commitment.
For fans in the US, ESPN+ will provide comprehensive coverage of the game, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of the excitement. The ESPN Sports app also offers flexibility for streaming the match on various devices.
What channel is Man United vs Arsenal on in UK and US?
The following channels will be broadcasting the game live in the US: ESPN+
Man United vs Arsenal live stream
Fans can also stream the match live through the official Man United website or the Arsenal TV app. Watch & Bet Football Live =>
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