The Premier League returns with a blockbuster fixture as Manchester United host Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday, August 17th, 2025, in the afternoon headline slot. Read our preview for the Man UTD vs Arsenal.
Both teams will be eager to kick off their 2025-26 campaigns with a win.
Before you lock in your picks for Sunday’s game, read below for Matchplug’s picks and analysis in this preview.
Betting Preview for Man Utd vs Arsenal
- Venue: Old Trafford
- Date: 17th August, 2025
- Time: 16:30 BST
- Teams to play: Man Utd vs Arsenal
- Odds as provided by 1XBet
Betting On Man Utd
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 4.01
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
Manchester United have a slight edge historically in this rivalry and are unbeaten in their last two meetings with Arsenal across all competitions — a penalty shoot-out win in the FA Cup last season and a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford in May.
Ruben Amorim’s side has undergone major attacking changes this summer, bringing in Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha to form a brand-new front line. While this boosts their firepower, questions remain over their defensive solidity, which could make this game open and high-scoring.
Betting On Arsenal
- 1XBet Spread: 0
- 1XBet Moneyline: 1.956
- 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5
Arsenal head into the season as last year’s best defensive side in the Premier League, having kept their backline intact over the summer. The Gunners have also bolstered their attack with Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon, reuniting him with his former boss Amorim’s opposite number.
Mikel Arteta has a decision to make on whether to start Gyokeres in this clash, but Arsenal’s balanced squad and consistency make them a tough opponent. They will look to turn their dominance in possession into tangible results at Old Trafford.
MatchPlug Prediction For Man Utd vs Arsenal
Manchester United’s attacking reinforcements could make them more dangerous going forward, but Arsenal’s defensive strength and recent consistency may see them edge this contest. The Gunners will have to be wary of United’s new-look attack, but they should have enough quality to grab all three points.
Final Prediction: Arsenal to win narrowly.
