Manchester United’s troubled season could capitalize on the late boost in confidence that would come from denting Arsenal’s title hopes on Sunday at Old Trafford (watch live at 11:30 a.m. ET online streaming via Peacock Premium).
Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils have slipped to eighth in the Premier League table and their top six places place them three points behind Newcastle. Man Utd also have a much lower goal differential, minus 3 for the season, after sitting at 0 before a continuous stretch of 2W-4D-4L.
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Worse for Manchester United? Bruno Fernandes is still a question mark due to a wrist injury and his absence was evident in the 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace. The Red Devils could also be without Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay again, and their certain absences include big names like Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof and Luke Shaw.
That’s a lot of defenders missing against Arsenal’s powerful attack, which is now second in the table after a 4-0 defeat to Manchester City earlier in Saturday’s game. This means that any slip-up by Arsenal gives Man City the chance to win the title if they beat Tottenham on Tuesday in the game in hand.
Quite healthy, Arsenal have the firepower and form to make this a miserable day for their long-time rivals in Manchester. Mikel Arteta’s men have conceded just 28 goals in Premier League games, just over half United’s shocking tally of 55 goals.
How to watch Manchester United vs Arsenal live, stream link and start time
Start: 11:30 a.m. ET, Sunday
Television channel: Peacock Premium
Online: Premier League at Pavão
Manchester United Focus, Team News
With so many defensive injuries, the only good news is that Lisandro Martinez will be able to play this game. United are empty both physically and mentally and are in real danger of missing out on European qualification for the championship. If that happens, Erik ten Hag will bet everything on winning the FA Cup to reach Europe. And maybe buy it at least at the beginning of next season.
OUT: Victor Lindelof (hamstring), Tyrell Malacia (knee), Luke Shaw (hamstring), Harry Maguire (muscle), Raphael Varane (muscle), Willy Kambwala (undisclosed), Mason Mount (undisclosed) | QUESTIONABLE: Anthony Martial (groin), Bruno Fernandes (wrist), Scott McTominay (knee), Marcus Rashford (ankle), Lisandro Martinez (calf)
Arsenal focus, team news
With just a few injury concerns, Arteta has plenty of options in midfield and attack. Don’t be surprised if Jorginho starts as a specialist to try and stop United’s counter-attacking threat, as he could move higher into midfield to stop that from happening.
QUESTIONABLE: Jurrien Timber (knee), Bukayo Saka (calf), Takehiro Tomiyasu (undisclosed)
