A real Premier League derby takes place tonight in pre-season, with Arsenal taking on Manchester United.
Historical rivals, the two English giants face the other side of the Atlantic in the Premier League Summer Series, while Mikel Arteta and Erik ten Hag continue their preparations for the season.
New Jersey’s MeLife Stadium is hosting one of the most impressive games in English football and will see many new faces.
Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz could all play for the Gunners, while Mason Mount and Andre Onana could do so for United.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Arsenal v Manchester United takes place today, Saturday 22 July 2023, kick off is 22:00 BST. It houses MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Arsenal vs Manchester United team news
Arteta played all of his new signings in a win against the MLS All-Stars earlier this week and was able to include Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber and Declan Rice in his starting eleven for the first time.
Emile Smith Rowe and Thomas Partey are also available, although Leandro Trossard took a light punch and was able to rest.
United will welcome their lineup of international players who have yet to play in pre-season, such as Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes.
After flying Andre Onana to the United States, the new signing can make his debut. Tyrell Malacia is injured and Fred is out due to a personal issue.
Prediction Arsenal vs Manchester United
Both sides now have quite a few games under their belt, but Arsenal got going earlier this week, albeit against a limited number of opponents.
Still, they seem to be the favorites.
Arsenal win 3-2.
Head to head history (h2h) and results
Arsenal win: 87
Prints: 50
Manchester United win: 101
