The stage is set for the biggest English Premier League, EPL, match of this weekend as Manchester United host Arsenal at Old Trafford. The match will take place on Sunday evening and the kick-off time is 5.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner was happy with Eddie Nketiah’s performance in Saturday’s 1-0 win over Ipswich Town. The former Arsenal striker led the line in the absence of Jean-Philippe Mateta,
Manchester United can be difficult to face at Old Trafford despite their struggles this season, but Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard said his team will go there on Sunday looking for a win. United, traditionally an intimidating opponent to visit,
Regarding the team news ahead of the Gunners' visit to M16, United head coach Ruben Amorim is not anticipating any of the injured players that missed the clash with Sociedad will return. However, Chido Obi will be back available for selection after not being allowed to play in the Europa League.
Amid a growing injury crisis, Manchester United must welcome the Gunners to Old Trafford.
But none of that will matter on Sunday afternoon. Millions will tune in as two of football’s biggest names take each other on, so The Athletic gathered one of our United writers, Mark Critchley, and one of our Arsenal writers, Art de Roche, to discuss the background to the game and what might occur.