Team News
Arsenal’s injury concerns continue to mount, with Gabriel Magalhães’ fitness uncertain after being substituted at half-time against West Ham due to a lingering issue from a previous match. The Brazilian defender is joined on the doubtful list by Mikel Merino (knee), Thomas Partey (muscle), and Myles Lewis-Skelly (unspecified), all of whom missed the recent win over the Hammers following setbacks in training. Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu remain sidelined with knee injuries, potentially opening the door for Jakub Kiwior to make his first Premier League start of the season should Gabriel be unavailable for the crucial clash.
Manchester United, meanwhile, face injury concerns of their own. Captain Bruno Fernandes caused alarm when he exited early during the win over Everton, but manager Ruben Amorim has expressed optimism regarding his availability. However, Lisandro Martínez and Kobbie Mainoo are both suspended after accumulating yellow cards. Harry Maguire’s return from injury provides a timely boost, and Leny Yoro (foot) could also be in contention for the matchday squad. On the downside, Luke Shaw has confirmed he is set to miss the remainder of the year with a muscular problem, while Jonny Evans (knock) and Victor Lindelöf (groin) are likely to remain absent.
Form Guide
Manchester United visit the Emirates on Wednesday night for a Premier League showdown against Arsenal, aiming to protect their unbeaten start under Ruben Amorim. Both teams enter the encounter on the back of emphatic victories in gameweek 13, with Arsenal thrashing West Ham 5-2 and United dismantling Everton 4-0.
Arsenal, rejuvenated under Mikel Arteta, stormed to a 4-0 lead within 36 minutes at the London Stadium before West Ham threatened an improbable comeback. Ultimately, a Bukayo Saka penalty in a record-breaking seven-goal first half ensured Arsenal extended their winning run to three matches across all competitions, each by at least a three-goal margin. The Gunners remain Liverpool’s closest challengers at the top, sitting second only by alphabetical order over Chelsea.
Manchester United have also found their stride, with Amorim orchestrating a revival of form for Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee, both of whom netted braces against Everton. The dominant win marked United’s fourth successive home triumph across all competitions, a streak that began with a Europa League victory over Bodø/Glimt. However, their away form remains less convincing, a concern as they head into Arsenal’s fortress.
Predicted Outcome
Despite Manchester United’s attacking resurgence under Amorim, their struggles on the road and the absence of key players like Martínez and Mainoo could prove costly. Arsenal’s current form, bolstered by their rediscovered attacking flair, makes them favourites to extend their winning run. If Arsenal triumph, it would mark a historic moment, as the Gunners would record four consecutive league victories over Manchester United for the first time in their history. A tight contest is expected, but Arsenal’s edge in momentum and home advantage should see them prevail and we predict a 2-1 loss for Man United.