The match between Arsenal and Manchester United is scheduled for September 3rd. The Gunners will play the Red Devils at Emirates Stadium, and the home field advantage should not be disregarded, given Arsenal’s 5-match unbeaten record versus United at home.
Bookmakers dedicate full attention to this derby as the most high-profile match from week 4 of the Premier League, awarding free bets to new customers eager to invest on this match.
Let’s take a look at both clubs and the betting lines that are available.
Arsenal is unbeaten
The Gunners started their 2023-24 EPL season with two straight wins, but things calmed down with a stalemate against Fulham last week. Manager Mikel Arteta regards last week’s two-point loss as a minor setback and believes his club will be a title contender.
“We must adapt; I believe it will be simple for us.” We just need some time to adjust,’ she says. Mikel Arteta stated following the Fulham game.
Arsenal is currently fifth in the Premier League. The team is effective, with 39.1% of their shots on target and 72% of the ball. The Gunners have clearly dominated the pitch over the last three games.
The biggest unknown heading into Sunday’s game is whether Eddie Nketiah would be able to play after suffering a knee injury last week. Nketiah scored twice this season and will be missed. Eddie, on the other hand, is expected to be ready to face Manchester.
Manchester United Is Making a Debut With New Talent
After losing to Tottenham Hotspurs in Week 2, the Red Devils came back this weekend with three more points against Nottingham Forest, securing eighth place in the EPL. Manchester United is a productive squad, scoring 1.59 goals per game and hitting 29.6% of their shots on goal.
Manchester United struggled to control pace in their three previous games, with 51% average ball possession. Several players are questionable for the Emirates match, but new forward Rasmus Højlund is expected to make the squad next week.
An analysis of odds and picks
Arsenal is favored with -125 odds for a moneyline bet, while Manchester United receives +310 odds. A draw is valued at +300 odds. The best betting app offers a 1.5 goal spread, with -296 odds for the Red Devils and +195 odds for the Gunners.