Arsenal welcome Manchester United to the Emirates this afternoon looking to restore their seven point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Michael Carrick got off to the perfect start as interim boss as United blew away Manchester City in the derby last weekend.
The Gunners are a very different proposition today, fresh from another dominant win in Europe over Inter and still undefeated at home this season.
While Manchester City reduced the gap to four points on Saturday after taking care of business against Wolves, there is a growing feeling the only team than can stop Arsenal winning the Premier League this season is Arsenal.
For United, today might demonstrate whether their thrilling derby win was merely the byproduct of a new manager bounce… or maybe even the start of special.
Metro’s LIVE matchday blog will bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and starting XIs, goal updates and minute-by-minute coverage.
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January 25, 2026 3:14 pm
When did Man Utd last win at Arsenal?
Phil Haigh
The Red Devils have not won at Arsenal in the Premier League since 2017.
Antonio Valencia and Jesse Lingard (2) scored in a 3-1 win for the visitors, while Alexandre Lacazette scored Arsenal’s goal.
There has been more recent success in the FA Cup, with Manchester United knocking Arsenal out in north London in 2019 and last season.
January 25, 2026 3:10 pm
What’s on the line at the Emirates?
Phil Haigh
Arsenal know they will finish the weekend top of the Premier League table, but how far clear will they be from their closest rivals? It could be four points, it could be seven.
Manchester United will be motivated to leapfrog Liverpool if they can pick up at least a draw in north London.
A win would see the Red Devils climb into the top four.
January 25, 2026 3:05 pm
Arsenal vs Man Utd TV channel
Phil Haigh
You can follow all the action from the Emirates here, but the game is available to watch as well.
Sky Sports are showing Arsenal vs Manchester United live, with coverage on Main Event and Premier League.
January 25, 2026 3:02 pm
Arsenal vs Man Utd kick-off time
Phil Haigh
The clash at the Emirates gets started at 4.30pm.
The build-up is underway.
January 25, 2026 3:02 pm
Welcome to our live coverage of Arsenal vs Man Utd
Phil Haigh
The standout game of the Premier League weekend sees Arsenal host Manchester United in the Premier League.
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