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25th Jan. English Premier League---Arsenal VS Manchester United Prediction
English Premier League - Arsenal VS Manchester United
Match Time:26-01-2026 00:30 Monday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Team News
Arsenal welcome back key defenders Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Hincapie to training after injuries, providing a major boost to their backline depth—though left-back remains a concern with recent rotations (Myles Lewis-Skelly impressed midweek). No new injuries from the Inter trip, so Mikel Arteta can field a strong side: David Raya in goal, a solid defense with William Saliba anchoring (conceding just once every 115 minutes with him on pitch), midfield control from Declan Rice and Mikel Merino, and wide threats Bukayo Saka (stretching play) plus Leandro Trossard narrowing attacks. Kai Havertz may feature off the bench after recent returns. The Gunners' consistency, high pressing, and home fortress (unbeaten, clean sheets frequent) make them formidable.
Manchester United ride momentum from their City demolition, with renewed conviction and attacking surge. However, injuries persist: Matthijs de Ligt's recovery takes longer, limiting defensive options. Michael Carrick likely sticks to a 4-2-3-1 emphasizing quick circulation and vertical play—expect Bruno Fernandes pulling strings (most chances created in the league at 62, plus 9 assists), with forwards like Patrick Dorgu, Amad Diallo, or others leading the line after impressing recently. The side's xG and shot dominance under Carrick signals danger on counters, though away form against top sides remains a test.
Head to Head Analysis
Arsenal hold strong recent dominance: unbeaten in their last six Premier League meetings against United (5 wins, 1 draw), never allowing United seven straight without a win in league history. At home, Arsenal have won their last four league games against United—the longest such run by any side. Recent clashes often stay low-scoring (under 2.5 goals in Arsenal's last four vs United across competitions), with Arsenal's organization frustrating United's attack. United won two of the past 12 (both home), but Arsenal's eight wins in that span show the shift in power. Expect a tactical battle—Arsenal controlling possession and recycling attacks, United pressing aggressively but vulnerable to overloads on the flanks.
Prediction
Arsenal's top spot, unbeaten home record, defensive solidity, and depth edge make them clear favorites—especially with returning defenders strengthening the backline. United's fresh momentum and attacking intent could make it competitive early, but their injury issues and poor historical record at Emirates point to struggle. This should be controlled by Arsenal, with goals from quality moments rather than chaos—likely a professional home win to extend their lead.
Final Prediction: Arsenal win 2-0 (or 2-1). Hosts to claim comfortable points—around 70% confidence in an Arsenal victory, with under 2.5 goals possible given recent H2H trends.
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