Arsenal aims to bounce back from last week's draw
Arsenal will be hosting Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium today, in what promises to be an iconic Premier League clash. After being held to a 2-2 draw with Fulham, Mikel Arteta's side is looking to secure a win and get back on track.
Man Utd's sensational comeback win
Meanwhile, Manchester United secured a sensational comeback win against Nottingham Forest, with a final score of 3-2. Bruno Fernandes scored a penalty to complete the stunning victory. The Red Devils will be hoping to continue their winning streak against Arsenal.
Past-clash victories and historical results
Arsenal had the upper hand in their previous clash last season, securing a 3-2 victory over Manchester United. However, historically, the Red Devils have had the edge in this fixture, making it one of the most iconic Premier League matches of all time.
Form and performances
Arsenal had a strong start to the season, winning the Community Shield against Manchester City and remaining undefeated so far. However, their performances have been less convincing, with Arteta experimenting with tactics. On the other hand, Manchester United's beginning of the season has been close to a disaster, with multiple injuries and unconvincing wins.
Team news and star players
For Manchester United, Rasmus Hojlund could make his debut after recovering from a back injury. However, centre-back Raphael Varane is out with an injury. As for Arsenal, Gabriel Jesus may start after returning from injury, while Takehiro Tomiyasu has served his suspension. Star players to watch out for include Arsenal's Bukayo Saka and United's Bruno Fernandes.
What the managers have said
Mikel Arteta expressed his frustration after last week's draw, calling for more commitment and desire from his team. Erik ten Hag criticized his side's errors but praised their character and composure to overturn the deficit.
Match prediction
SunSport predicts a 2-1 victory for Arsenal. Both teams have struggled in the early weeks of the season, but Arsenal has the quality to exploit United's leaky defense.
Match details and TV coverage
The Arsenal vs Man Utd match will take place on Sunday, September 3, at 4:30pm BST at the Emirates Stadium. The match will be broadcasted live on Sky Sports Main Event, and can also be live streamed via the NOW app.
What are the odds?
According to Paddy Power, the odds are as follows: Arsenal – 3/4, Draw – 14/5, Man Utd – 16/5.
