Attacking football galore awaits fans when the Reds welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford this Saturday, with the hosts fondly remembering the 8-2 scoreline of last season.
Manchester United:
So far it’s been a mixed week for the 19-time English champions, as they managed to oust http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786 in their own backyard on Sunday, but failed to get past the same opponents three days later in the Capital One Cup.
Sir Alex Ferguson could have secured victory had he played with his strongest side; however the Scot was wise enough to get his priorities right and opted for youth in the tournament, which ultimately cost United a berth in the quarter-finals.
Nonetheless, the club’s starlets got a vital taste of senior team action and the coach still has plenty of avenues from where he can expect to reel in more silverware.
Arsenal:
The Gunners have been far from spectacular in the League and the departure of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Robin-van-Persie-c31380 seems to have taken a toll on their ability to find the back of the net with ease.
However, while the scoreline might not do justice to way Arsenal have managed to dominate proceedings, they have still emerged with three points when they needed it and it’s a testament to Arsene Wenger’s philosophy.
The Frenchman has gotten the best out of his resources and will look to get one over old foe Sir http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-c4752 when his side travel to Manchester tomorrow.
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Manchester United:
The Reds have the majority of their first team available for the crucial tie, with Fergie surely making some changes from the line-up that took on Chelsea in midweek’s Capital One Cup clash.
With http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Anders-Lindegaard-c5553 from injury.
Rafael started the game in London but owing to his age, he should be ready to face the Gunners alongside the rested http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Patrice-Evra-c29231.
Sir Alex will need to opt for a strong presence in the centre of the park and with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Tom-Cleverley-c35218 should be given the nod to start.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Antonio-Valencia-c6345 will look to supply ammunition for Robin Van Persie, the charismatic striker who made the switch from the Emirates Stadium in the summer and established himself as Ferguson’s preferred choice to lead the line.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Arsenal-c38429 will put in a tough shift for the Reds.
“Last season was one of those fluke performances. We always expect a tough performance against Arsenal. It’s no different this time,” said the Welsh winger.
Arsenal:
Wenger has a number of players missing due to injuries, but will be able to count on http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Abou-Diaby-c3453 to make a return tomorrow.
However, the game comes too early for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Vito-Mannone-c36276 as his starting goalkeeper in between the posts.
The other line-up should remain the same, with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Jack-Wilshere-c17463 becoming the most prominent to feature once again for the Londoners.
Author Prediction:
Manchester United 3:1 Arsenal
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