Arsenal have enough quality to break down Man United’s defense and advance past this round. Victory at the Emirates may still be out of reach for Amorim’s side. You can add over 1.5 to your bet slip.
Match info: FA Cup 3rd round
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
Date: Sunday, 12th December 2025
Time: 4 pm Nigerian time
The two most successful clubs in FA Cup history will meet in a blockbuster third-round encounter on Sunday afternoon, as Arsenal hosts defending champions Manchester United at the Emirates.
The Gunners boast an unrivalled 14 triumphs in the competition but have disappointed since last conquering the cup in 2020, while the Red Devils endeavour to retain the crown they clinched courtesy of their shock success versus Manchester City several months back.
Head-to-head:
- Arsenal have won 24 of the last 71 meetings between the two teams.
- Manchester United recorded 31 victories.
- The remaining clashes ended in draws.
- Man United have not won a single game in the last five.
- Arsenal have eliminated the defending champs of the FA Cup in the last six games.
- This will be their first meeting in the 3rd round.
- 8 of their last 9 encounters produced at least 2 goals.
- Man United have lost their last 4 visits to the Emirates Stadium.
Form:
- Arsenal in the league: D-W-W-W-D
- Arsenal in all competitions: W-W-W-D-L
- Man United in the League: W-L-L-L-D
- Man United in all competitions: L-L-L-L-D
Team News:
- Arsenal will be without key players Bukayo Saka, Ben White, Ethan Nwaneri, and Takehiro Tomiyasu due to injuries.
- Manchester United face their injury concerns, with Mason Mount and Luke Shaw unavailable, while Marcus Rashford remains doubtful due to illness. Victor Lindelöf’s availability is uncertain following a recent concussion, adding to Amorim’s selection headaches.
Player(s) to watch:
- Gabriel Jesus is a key figure for Arsenal with his excellent link-up play and ability to drop into midfield. Amidst the rumours of him going out of the club in the summer, he’s hit resurgent form. So far he has scored seven goals in all competitions.
- Bruno Fernandes is the man that got the support of the whole of Manchester. He returned to the squad against Liverpool after serving a suspension and provided an assist. He has been key this season, contributing 16 goals across all competitions.