Arsenal host Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night for a highly anticipated Premier League showdown, with both teams coming off emphatic victories in game week 13. The Gunners dismantled West Ham United 5-2, while the Red Devils secured a commanding 4-0 triumph over Everton at Old Trafford.

Arsenal looked set to surpass last season’s record-breaking 6-0 rout of West Ham, racing to a 4-0 lead within 36 minutes in Saturday’s London derby. However, full-backs Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Emerson Palmieri sparked a brief West Ham resurgence before Bukayo Saka’s penalty sealed the deal in a remarkable seven-goal first half. A quiet second half ensured Arsenal claimed their third consecutive win across all competitions, all by margins of three goals or more. Sitting second in the table behind leaders Liverpool on alphabetical order, Mikel Arteta’s revitalized side has transformed since the international break. Their midweek clash marks a milestone, as the Emirates hosts its 500th competitive game. Arsenal remain unbeaten at home this season, with six victories in their last seven matches at the stadium and a 12-game scoring streak across all competitions. Under new manager Ruben Amorim, Manchester United have also shown signs of rejuvenation. The Portuguese tactician has revived the form of strikers Marcus Rashford and Joshua Zirkzee, who both netted braces in Sunday’s win over Everton. That victory extended United’s home winning streak to four games under Amorim, following his debut 3-2 Europa League win against Bodo/Glimt.

United have amassed eight points from their last four league matches, climbing to ninth in the table, just four points behind Brighton in the final Champions League spot. However, their struggles on the road persist, with a six-game winless run away from Old Trafford. Southampton remains their only away win this season, a concerning statistic ahead of their trip to Arsenal. United’s recent record against Arsenal also offers little comfort. The Red Devils have lost their last three league encounters with the Gunners and have not won at the Emirates since a 3-1 FA Cup triumph in January 2019, when Alexis Sanchez scored against his former club. Arsenal, however, face their own challenges, with multiple injuries piling up. Gabriel Magalhaes, substituted at halftime against West Ham, remains doubtful alongside Mikel Merino, Thomas Partey, and Myles Lewis-Skelly, who missed the weekend’s match. Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are confirmed absentees due to knee injuries, potentially opening the door for Jakub Kiwior to start if Gabriel is unavailable. Manchester United are not without concerns either. Captain Bruno Fernandes sustained an ankle knock against Everton but is expected to play, according to Amorim. Suspended duo Lisandro Martinez and Kobbie Mainoo are unavailable, while Harry Maguire’s return from injury offers some relief in defense. However, Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof remain doubts.

Arsenal’s strong home form and rediscovered attacking prowess position them as favorites against a United side struggling for consistency away from home. A win for the Gunners would mark their fourth consecutive league victory over Manchester United—a feat never before achieved in the club’s history.

Best Tip: BTS

Correct Score: 2-1