The Arsenal vs Man United lineups drew significant attention as Manchester United edged a dramatic 3-2 victory at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday 25 January.
The Premier League Matchweek 23 clash delivered late drama, with goals in the final stages deciding a tightly contested encounter.
Arsenal enjoyed 56.1% possession and registered 15 shots, but United proved more clinical in key moments.
Lisandro Martínez opened the scoring in the 29th minute with an own goal that handed Arsenal the advantage.
Bryan Mbeumo equalised in the 37th minute before Patrick Dorgu put United ahead shortly after halftime.
Mikel Merino struck in the 84th minute to level the match at 2-2, only for Matheus Cunha to respond three minutes later with the decisive goal.
Arsenal Lineup
Mikel Arteta set his side up in a 4-3-3 formation with David Raya in goal.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | David Raya |
| DF | Jurriën Timber |
| DF | William Saliba |
| DF | Gabriel Magalhães |
| DF | Piero Hincapié |
| MF | Martin Ødegaard (c) |
| MF | Martín Zubimendi |
| MF | Declan Rice |
| FW | Bukayo Saka |
| FW | Gabriel Jesus |
| FW | Leandro Trossard |
Arsenal created nine corners and recorded an expected goals figure of 1.19.
Despite dominating territory with 28 touches inside the opposition box, they were unable to prevent United’s late winner.
Manchester United Lineup
Michael Carrick opted for a 4-2-3-1 system anchored by Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo in midfield.
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| GK | Senne Lammens |
| DF | Diogo Dalot |
| DF | Harry Maguire |
| DF | Lisandro Martínez |
| DF | Luke Shaw |
| MF | Casemiro |
| MF | Kobbie Mainoo |
| AM | Amad Diallo |
| AM | Bruno Fernandes (c) |
| AM | Patrick Dorgu |
| FW | Bryan Mbeumo |
United registered 10 shots and an xG of 0.71 while completing 364 passes at 79% accuracy.
Referee Craig Pawson oversaw a competitive match that featured two yellow cards for Arsenal and none for United.
The result boosted United’s momentum while leaving Arsenal to reflect on missed opportunities in a high-intensity contest.
