There is just the one EPL game taking place this Sunday as we head to Old Trafford, where both teams will be targeting maximum points for very different reasons.
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MANCHESTER UNITED v ARSENAL – Click here to bet
With top-four mathematically impossible and Europa League looking highly unlikely, Manchester United’s season has turned into an absolute nightmare. Currently in 8th place on the table, the Red Devils have been experiencing a torrid time lately, having registered just one win in their last five league encounters and a recent 4-0 drubbing at the hands of Crystal Palace, it is safe to say players and fans alike cannot wait for this season to end.
With rumours circulating that next season will require a complete overhaul at the club, it looks as though Erik Ten Hag has lost the dressing room. Monday’s performance from United summed up their current state of mind, panic-stricken, with no game plan in sight. United have 3 games remaining if they are to turn their season around. It won’t be easy given it’s effectively out of their hands, and they will have to rely on those above them to fail. The FA Cup final will offer them a gateway to Europe, but they will have to overcome their ‘noisy neighbours,’ Manchester City, if they are to achieve that.
The Red Devils have two games remaining at Old Trafford, starting this Sunday against Arsenal. At home, United have failed to reach the sort of heights many have become accustomed to seeing. Once a fortress where many feared, it has now become a place targeted by opponents for points. The Red Devils have managed only 2 wins in their last 5 league appearances at home. Having registered 9 wins overall, 3 draws, and 5 losses at home, this means 8 teams have walked away with something after visiting United this season.
Manchester United have averaged 1.64 goals per game at home this season, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 70.58% of those encounters (12 out of 17).
Arsenal will visit Old Trafford this Sunday hoping to continue where they left off last weekend, Saturday’s 3-0 result over Bournemouth marked their 6th win in 7 overall. Currently topping the log by 1 point, the Gunners will look to target maximum points knowing that anything less will effectively hand Manchester City the title on a platter.
Given United’s lack of form, Arsenal will have an opportunity to take advantage of their opponent’s misfortunes this weekend. Having won four EPL games in a row, confidence within the camp could not be any better. They have undoubtedly learned a lot from last season, considering what transpired in their previous campaign. Mikel Arteta has guided his side to thrive on occasions like this and appear to be a team far more settled with players like Declan Rice within their ranks.
Away from home, Arsenal boast the best record in the league, having obtained 39 points from a possible 54. The Gunners have won three consecutive matches and seven out of their last eight, amassing an incredible 22 points from a possible 24 on the road. Their last defeat came in December last year.
Arsenal have averaged 2.33 goals per game away from home this season, with over 2.5 goals arriving in 55.55% of those encounters (10 out of 18)..
Head-to-Head
Arsenal won 3-1 earlier this season in the reverse fixture with Manchester United winning 3-1 in this encounter last season.
Betting
Manchester United 11/2
Draw 9/2
Arsenal 4/9
Verdict
It has been four years since Arsenal last won at Old Trafford, but with so much going against United at the moment, it’s difficult to see past a win for the Gunners, given the incentive. Arsenal are flying at the minute, while the Red Devils are struggling to get the balance right. A chance is taken on the visitors to secure maximum points, with both teams expected to find the net.
Suggested Bet: Result and Both Teams To Score, Arsenal and Yes at 14/10
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