Arsenal vs Manchester United: How the two sides might line up

An Arsenal vs Manchester United tie never disappoints, and expect fireworks when the two sides face off later today.

Both the teams are looking confident after recording comprehensive wins in their previous encounter, with Arsenal defeating Huddersfield Town 5-0 and Manchester United winning 4-2 against a spirited Watford side.

It is always a pleasure for the fans when these two famous English teams meet. With Arsenal back in the top four and United holding on to their second spot, this promises to be an exciting contest. What is more interesting is that both these teams have scored the same number of goals as their points so far.

Arsenal, unlike Manchester United, were at their free-flowing best, and scored some good team goals against the Terriers. Manchester United tend to be defensive in the bigger games, so the Gunners attack will have their work cut out.

Here's how the two sides could line up:

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Arsenal

With their new recruit Alexandre Lacazette injured, Wenger will be tempted to field former United star Danny Welbeck. With Xhaka and Ramsey combining well in the midfield, Ozil and Sanchez at their best form, they may very well pose a threat to United.

Olivier Giroud might once again have to wait for his place in the starting XI. With Giroud back on the score sheet, it promises to be a strong frontline.

Arsenal probable XI (3-4-3): Cech, Koscielny, Mustafi, Monreal, Bellerin, Kolasinac, Xhaka, Ramsey, Ozil, Sanchez, Welbeck

Arsenal possible XI

Manchester United

With Nemanja Matic picking up an injury, it all depends on how well Paul Pogba and Ander Herrera combine to outclass the Gunners midfield. The injury to Matic is a serious blow for United as he was orchestrating the midfield well for them.

Lingard has to combine well with Pogba and Herrera. Ashley Young was on the scoresheet against Watford and Lindelof was at his best. Therefore, there will not be any problems for United.

Manchester United probable XI (3-5-2): De Gea, Lindelof, Smalling, Rojo, Valencia, Young, Lingard, Herrera, Pogba, Rashford, Lukaku

Manchester United Possible XI

Prediction

With Arsenal being Invincible against Spurs in the North London derby at the Emirates and with Ozil and Sanchez at their best, they are going to give a tough fight to Manchester United who are also on a great form recently.

Arsenal 1-1 Manchester United