Manchester United vs Arsenal - Predictions and Betting Tips in the English Premier League

Ryan Cooper 13 August 2025, 09:59

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Two of the biggest teams in the Premier League face each other on the opening weekend, with Man Utd playing at home for the 9th consecutive opening match. Man Utd had a difficult season last year with another managerial change. This resulted in their worst-ever Premier League finish. Arsenal finished second for the third consecutive year as they drew far too many matches.

Manchester United

Man Utd only managed to win 7 of their 19 home league matches last season, suffering 9 losses, which is tied as the most in the club’s history. Only three teams scored fewer home goals last season, and each team was relegated.

Arsenal

Arsenal managed to lose fewer matches last season than the previous season, but drew too many matches. In fact, Arsenal drew 14 times last season, which was more than the total number of draws they had during the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons combined.

Team News

Man Utd will be without Lisandro Martinez until 2026, and Noussair Mazraoui is in a fight to recover from a thigh injury. Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo will be looking to start after their big transfers. Arsenal defender Gabriel is still recovering from a thigh injury, and new signing Martin Zubimendi is set to make his league debut alongside Christian Norgaard.

Manchester United vs Arsenal Betting Odds

Even though Man Utd had a poor season last year and Arsenal finished 2nd, Man Utd always raise their game against strong teams. The Odds according to Megapari are as follows:

Manchester United to win 3.49
Draw 3.49
Arsenal to win 2.09

Manchester United vs Arsenal Head-to-Head Statistics

Last season, this fixture at Old Trafford resulted in a 1-1 draw, and over the last 8 years, Arsenal have won 9 times, with Man Utd winning 6, and there have been 4 draws.

Manchester United vs Arsenal Betting Trends
Manchester United have won 25 in their past 55 meetings.
Arsenal had one of the best away records last season, winning 35 points.
Arsenal also had the most draws from away games last season, with 8.

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Prediction

Our prediction for the match: We believe a draw is a smart bet with odds according to Megapari of 3.49. Ruben Amorin has had his first pre-season to work with the Manchester United players, which will make them a better team this season.