Arsenal heads to Old Trafford for a pivotal Premier League showdown against Manchester United this Sunday, aiming to avoid a costly stumble as the title race reaches a critical juncture.
Despite being heavily favored, the Gunners have managed to secure victory at Old Trafford only once in their last 16 visits, enduring 10 defeats during this period. Meanwhile, Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, surged to the top of the Premier League table following a commanding 4-0 triumph over Fulham on Saturday, intensifying the pressure on Arsenal to claim victory at Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s recent form has been dismal, with just one win in their last seven Premier League matches, plummeting to eighth place in the league under Erik ten Hag’s leadership.
In contrast, Arsenal has been on a winning streak, triumphing in their last four Premier League fixtures. Despite this, Gary Neville, a Manchester United legend, predicts a 2-2 draw in Sunday’s match, emphasizing United’s historical resilience at Old Trafford.
Ahead of this high-stakes encounter, statistics reveal a mixed bag for both teams. Manchester United has struggled, winning only one of their last nine matches within 90 minutes across all competitions. On the other hand, Arsenal boasts an impressive away record, remaining undefeated in their last eight away Premier League games, winning seven and drawing one.
Furthermore, Arsenal has kept 10 clean sheets away from home in the Premier League this season, a feat not achieved since the 1990/91 campaign. However, they have a tendency to stumble in their final away league games, losing three of their previous four seasons under Mikel Arteta.
Despite the historical data, Arsenal has found success against United in their final Premier League away games, clinching the title with a 1-0 victory at Old Trafford in 2002.
