Manchester United vs. Arsenal – Prediction

Arsenal faces a crucial test at Old Trafford, aiming to counter Manchester City’s recent victory. Breaking their long-standing struggle at Old Trafford is imperative for Arsenal to sustain their title aspirations.

Having won only one of their last 16 encounters away against Manchester United, Arsenal acknowledges the urgency to overturn this trend following Manchester City’s commanding 4-0 triumph over Fulham.

The recent shift in Premier League standings, with City edging ahead of Arsenal, intensifies the pressure on Mikel Arteta’s squad to deliver.

With just two matches remaining and City holding a two-point lead, a victory for Arsenal would significantly tighten the title race, adding strain to Pep Guardiola’s team before their clash with Tottenham.

Meanwhile, Manchester United faces the looming threat of missing out on European contention, amplifying the stakes for Erik ten Hag’s side following a demoralizing 4-0 defeat against Crystal Palace.

The showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal is scheduled for a 4.30pm BST kick-off on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at Old Trafford in Salford.

Team news for the encounter reveals Bruno Fernandes, Scott McTominay, and Marcus Rashford back in training for United, while Lisandro Martinez remains sidelined. Arsenal, enjoying a clean bill of health for the first time this season, could potentially include Jurrien Timber in their squad.

Despite Arsenal’s historically poor performance at Old Trafford, the current circumstances offer them a favorable opportunity to secure a victory, especially considering United’s recent struggles under Erik ten Hag.

With United’s vulnerability and Arsenal’s readiness to exploit it, a convincing win for the Gunners seems plausible, predicting a 3-0 victory.

In terms of their head-to-head history, Arsenal has struggled at Old Trafford, winning only once in their last 16 visits. The odds for the upcoming match slightly favor Arsenal, with Manchester United priced at 13/2, a draw at 9/2, and Arsenal at 4/11.