Arsenal went into their Premier League match against Manchester United at 23:30 (Hanoi time) on matchday 23 under considerable pressure.
Despite having 50 points, 4 more than their pursuer, Manchester City, Mikel Arteta’s team has failed to win in its last two league games.
To affirm their title ambitions, the “London Gunners” need to get the three points when they host Man Utd, who beat Man City in the previous round.
Arsenal are expected to field their best eleven and defeat Manchester United in matchday 23 of the Premier League on the night of January 25. Photo: AP
Under the interim manager of Michael Carrick, the “Red Devils” have shown clear improvement, especially in their organization of the game and their sharp counter-attacking ability.
This forces the Spanish manager to carefully consider his personnel, especially given that Arsenal have just won to secure their place in the Champions League last 16.
Below is the prediction of Planet Football for Arsenal’s starting lineup against Manchester United in the 23rd round of the English Premier League.
Goalkeeper: David Raya
There is little debate about Arsenal’s goalkeeping position. Raya has started every Premier League match this season and has kept a clean sheet on two occasions. His consistent form means the Spanish goalkeeper remains Mikel Arteta’s first choice.
Right back: Ben White
Ben White has only played six Premier League games this season due to Jurrien Timber’s impressive performances. However, as Timber has played more on the left wing, White has returned to the team and played effectively.
He previously provided an assist against Brentford and scored against Chelsea in the League Cup. His brief appearance against Inter Milan in the Champions League in midweek suggests White will be rested for the game against Manchester United.
Central defense: William Saliba – Gabriel Magalhaes
William Saliba remains an irreplaceable pillar in Arsenal’s defense, regularly playing 90 minutes.
Saliba will most likely accompany Gabriel Magalhaes in defense. The Brazilian centre-back has just recovered from a hamstring injury and rested most of the match against Inter Milan, a sign that coach Arteta wants to ensure Gabriel is in optimal physical condition.
Left back: Jurrien Timber
Timber is slowly establishing himself on the left wing, where he played 90 minutes in the games against Nottingham Forest and Chelsea. Timber’s reliability is considered superior to the option of using young star Myles Lewis-Skelly against a dangerous Manchester United on the counterattack.
Defensive midfielder: Martín Zubimendi
The midfield is considered the key area of the game, especially with midfielder Bruno Fernandes experiencing a resurgence in the number 10 role for the “Red Devils”.
Considered one of the most impressive defensive midfielders in the Premier League this season, Zubimendi will play with the expectation of limiting the Manchester United star’s influence.
Central midfielders: Martin Odegaard – Declan Rice
Midfielder Odegaard is in good form and received a full rest in the midweek match against Inter Milan, showing that coach Mikel Arteta deliberately saved his energy so that he would be ready for the clash with Man Utd.
Key player Declan Rice was also rested in the Champions League and is ready for the big challenge against the “Red Devils”.
Offensive lineup: Bukayo Saka – Viktor Gyokeres – Gabriel Martinelli
Despite playing the full 90 minutes against Inter Milan, Bukayo Saka is expected to start against Manchester United due to his significant influence on Arsenal’s attack.
Viktor Gyokeres currently has the advantage over Gabriel Jesus as a centre-forward thanks to his consistent form in the domestic league.
The left wing will most likely be occupied by Gabriel Martinelli, who has performed better than Leandro Trossard of late.
Manchester United are experiencing a resurgence, but are expected to still struggle to spring a surprise against Arsenal. Photo: AP
With a deep squad and well-distributed fitness levels, Arsenal are expected to defeat Man Utd, according to former player Alan Shearer in an interview with Metro .
“We all know how Manchester United will play. They want Arsenal to attack so they can counterattack quickly. Bryan Mbeumo’s goal against Manchester City last week is a very good example,” explained former player Alan Shearer.
“When facing Inter Milan, the coach Mikel Arteta made six or seven changes from the previous game against Nottingham Forest, but they still played impressively. Arsenal also don’t have to worry about European competition next week, as they are guaranteed first or second place in their group. Therefore, they can field a strong team when they face Manchester United,” he said. “I am sure that Arsenal will beat their rivals.”
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