One of the standout ties of the FA Cup Third Round sees Manchester United travel to fierce rivals Arsenal.
The all-Premier League clash headlines a thrilling Sunday of action in the oldest football competition.
To help fulfil those FA Cup cravings, NetBet has provided a full match preview below, complete with the latest football betting odds, which are available for all customers on our UK betting site.
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Arsenal vs Manchester United
Sunday, January 12, 3pm
Emirates Stadium, London
Live on BBC One
Arsenal vs Manchester United Preview
Results in both teams’ previous matches mean this game has taken on extra significance.
United displayed a level of determination and grit missing for much of this season under both Erik ten Hag and new boss Ruben Amorim to earn a credible 2-2 at Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Two days later, Arsenal were beaten 2-0 by Newcastle in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final, a match which further highlighted the Gunners’ inefficiency in the final third.
So the onus is firmly on Mikel Arteta’s men to bounce back in style on home soil, but the frailties on show against the Magpies will surely have given United a huge confidence boost.
If the Red Devils follow the blueprint from their Anfield performance, it could be another tough afternoon for the hosts.
Defensively, United looked strong, while Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes all excelled in midfield areas. Amad Diallo also reminded the world of his prodigious talent with another goal against a ‘Top Six’ side.
However, the Red Devils will be well aware of the all-round quality Arsenal possess and their ability to brush aside teams when on song.
Even without talisman Bukayo Saka, the Gunners have strong offensive weapons and with the sickness bug that swept through the camp surely now a thing of the past, a high-octane display could be on the cards.
The sight of fans leaving the Emirates early on Tuesday should be all the motivation the players need before kick-off – and it may also prevent Arteta from rotating too heavily!
When these two sides met in North London shortly before Christmas, Arsenal ran out 2-0 winners thanks to two set-piece goals from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Despite United’s aforementioned stellar display at Liverpool, they are still huge underdogs here at odds of 4.70 for victory.
Hosts Arsenal are priced at 1.68, while a draw after 90 minutes is 3.87. Remember, there are no replays in the FA Cup anymore, so if necessary, the match will be decided by extra-time or a penalty shootout.
Arsenal vs Manchester United Betting Tips
Gabriel Magalhaes to score anytime @ 9.20
It is well known that United have issues defending set-pieces, as was evident in their last visit to the Emirates. With that in mind, wagering on perhaps the biggest aerial threat in the Premier League to score could be a risk worth taking.
Goals in both halves – No @ 2.05
United shut Liverpool out in the first half, with Lisandro Martinez not scoring the opener until the 52nd minute. We can see this match following a similar pattern, although predicting which team will score first is rather tough!
A red card in the match – Yes @ 4.95
Things are often fiery when these two sides meet and with the added pressure of knockout football, things could boil over.
Arsenal Team News
Predicted XI (4-3-3): Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Jorginho, Merino, Odegaard, Jesus, Havertz, Martinelli
Injuries/Doubts: Nwaneri, White, Tomiyasu, Saka
Manchester United Team News
Predicted XI (3-4-2-1): Onana, De Ligt, Maguire, Martinez, Mazraoui, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot, Fernandes, Diallo, Zirkzee
Injuries/Doubts: Rashford, Mount, Lindelof, Shaw
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