Manchester United vs Arsenal Tactical Preview: Team News, Key Men And Streaming Links

Manchester United are preparing to host Arsenal at the Old Trafford this weekend. While the former side are heading after a 0-4 loss against Crystal Palace, the Gunners have enjoyed good results and will be highly motivated after their 3-0 win against Bournemouth.

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Talking Tactics

Erik ten Hag is likely to field a 4-2-3-1 formation to take onto the Arsenal. They will try to hit the opponents on the counter-attacks. The pacy wingers will have to play a major role to find openings.

On the other hand, Mikel Arteta should name a 4-3-3 formation and ask his men to play possession-based football. The Gunners’ midfielders have done well and will feel comfortable to control the tempo of the game in the middle of the park.

Team News

Manchester United

Despite having multiple players back to training, the Red Devils still have a long list of absentees in the form of Tyrell Malacia (knee), Willy Kambwala (unspecified), Victor Lindelof (thigh), Raphael Varane (muscle), Harry Maguire (muscle) and Luke Shaw (thigh), and Mason Mount.

Manchester United Predicted XI

Onana; Dalot, Casemiro, Evans, Wan-Bissaka; McTominay, Mainoo; Garnacho, Fernandes, Rashford; Hojlund

Arsenal

Jurrien Timber remains the only doubt for the Gunners.

Arsenal Predicted XI

Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Tomiyasu; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Trossard

Key Men

Manchester United

Casemiro will be forced to start in the backline once again. It’s a position he doesn’t feel too comfortable. However, if he manages to keep things tight there, it will be a big help for the team. Marcus Rashford is also returning and could be a key player for scoring goals.

Arsenal

The Gunners do well whenever Declan Rice performs a good display. Unsurprisingly, he will be a vital member of the midfield. Bukayo Saka is another weapon for Mikel Arteta, who can dictate the terms of the game with a moment of brilliance.