Arsenal face Manchester United away from home looking to ensure that Liverpool do not run away any further with their lead at the top of the Premier League table. [Despite the gap being 16 points, two games in hand and the chance to go to Anfield could see that reduce significantly and Mikel Arteta will want to keep the hope alive.](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/every-word-mikel-arteta-said-31152385)
Ruben Amorim meanwhile, has made some subtle digs toward the Gunners ahead of the clash, comparing his short tenure to the Spaniard’s and claiming he will not be given as much time as the Arsenal manager. [Amorim has seen United drop to 15th in the league ahead of the game and could fall 24 points behind his weekend opponent should they lose.](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/partey-dropped-calafiori-chance-arsenal-31144703)
There have been some exciting scenes for Arsenal fans ahead of the game with some rumours of Gabriel Martinelli being spotted with the group ahead of the game. The Brazilian has been missing since picking up a hamstring injury at Newcastle last month.
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