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Omar Othman, MUSCUAE
United come into this game on the back of a resounding 5-1 win in the Europa League that secured a huge round of 16 match against Liverpool next month. Although the win came from a good performance, it will not be that easy against an Arsenal side looking to keep what little title hopes they have left alive by trying to come to Old Trafford for a win. United on the other hand are currently 6 points away from 4th, with that being the minimum required achievement from them this season.
Injuries have plagued United over the past few weeks with the list so big a window of opportunity opened up for more players to come through the academy and have debuts with some media organisations labeling them, “The new class of ‘92’”. While most aren’t getting carried away with that hype, nothing should be taken away from the performances of the likes of Cameron Borthwick-Jackson, Jesse Lingard, Paddy McNair, and James Wilson have put in this season. And young Marcus Rashford’s two goals on Thursday night attracted many headlines. With Rooney still injured and Martial a doubt, he very well might have another chance to shine.
A win against Arsenal will not only further enhance the squad’s confidence but would also provide a very valuable three points towards a strong finish in the last 12 games and the two Cups in which United are still competing.
PREDICTION: Manchester United 2-1 Arsenal
LIKELY MUFC XI: David de Gea; Gustavo Varela, Chris Smalling, Daley Blind, Marcos Rojo; Morgan Schneiderlin, Ander Herrera; Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Memphis; Marcus Rashford
UNITED PLAYER TO WATCH: All eyes will be on 18 year-old striker Marcus Rashford whose two goals on Thursday suddenly raise hopes and expectations that there could be something special here.
ARSENAL PLAYER TO FEAR: Mesut Ozil’s 17 assists so far this season make him a big threat to watch out for. He could definitely cause problems with any lapse of concentration or provision of space.
FAVOURITE UNITED VS ARSENAL MOMENT: I would 8-2 have to rub this one in, but August 2011 springs to mind…
WHERE TO WATCH: MUSC UAE members have three locations to choose from which they can call home. In Dubai matches are shown at Harvesters Pub, Crowne Plaza and Yamo Café & Restaurant, Sidra Tower (Near Media City). As for Abu Dhabi, the matches are shown at Coopers Bar in the Park Rotana.
TWITTER: @MUSC_UAE
FACEBOOK: MUSC-UAE
Richard D’cruze, ARSENAL UAE
After a goalless FA Cup encounter against Hull City and a hard fought (until the 70th minute) loss to reigning Champions League holders Barcelona just days later, Arsenal’s hopes of challenging on three fronts brings them to Old Trafford. The Theatre of Dreams was arguably the most difficult place for any opposition to leave with three points, until Sir Alex Ferguson moved upstairs.
Excluding last season’s FA Cup victory (courtesy of ‘Dat Guy Welbz’), the last time Arsenal won at Old Trafford was during the 2006/07 season. Interestingly, it was also the last time the Gunners did the double over United. A win on Sunday will not only give Arsenal a sigh of relief for finally breaking the hoodoo of beating their once fierce rivals away from home, but also keep them on course for a shot of winning the Premier League title for the 14th time.
Given the long list of first-team injuries for United, as well as their appalling domestic display recently, you would think this match will be a walk in the park for Arsenal, but it’s not. Arsenal have dropped seven points from winning positions away from home this season, and if United play the same ‘horny football’ they did against FC Midtjylland, it’s going to be an even harder task for Arsenal.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is back on the treatment table after his horrific clash with Javier Mascherano, while Gabriel Paulista’s back in training after missing the match against Leicester due to a hamstring problem and could have a seat on the bench. Long term injury duo, Jack Wilshere and Santi Cazorla are in light fitness programmes and are a few weeks away from making their respective returns.
PREDICTION: Manchester United 0 – Arsenal 1
LIKELY ARSENAL XI: Petr Cech; Nacho Monreal, Per Mertesacker, Laurent Koscielny, Hector Bellerin; Francis Coquelin, Aaron Ramsey; Mesut Ozil, Alexis Sanchez, Joel Campbell; Olivier Giroud
Arsenal player to watch: Laurent Koscielny – The Frenchman was in amazing form against Barcelona despite the defeat and has been Arsenal’s best defender this season – arguably even the best in the Premier League. He’ll be tasked with manning Marcus Rashford and will also need to pull the same performance that he did against the Spanish champions.
Manchester United player to watch: Marcus Rashford – Little was known about this starlet until the Europa League encounter against FC Midtjylland. For someone so young scoring a double on his debut match – especially if you’re playing for an illustrious club like Manchester United – as well as breaking the club’s 51-year-old record of being the youngest goal scorer speaks volumes of what the teenage sensation will have to offer against Arsenal on Sunday, and for years to come.
Memorable Manchester United vs Arsenal moment: May 8, 2002 – We won the league at Old Trafford in the penultimate game of the season, and did The Double for the third time in our history – the second one under Arsene Wenger. Enough said!
WHERE TO WATCH: Arsenal UAE’s Dubai branch gathers at Velocity Bar JW Marquis in Business Bay. For Gooners in the capital, the Arsenal UAE Abu Dhabi chapter gather at Harvester’s in Holiday Inn Downtown.
TWITTER: @AFCUAE
FACEBOOK: Arsenal UAE
