The 2025–26 English Premier League season kicks off with a blockbuster showdown as Manchester United host Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday, August 17, 2025. This opening clash brings together two of England’s most decorated clubs in a high-stakes encounter. United, guided by Erik ten Hag, aim to make a strong start after an ambitious summer in the transfer market, while Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal arrive as serious title contenders following last season’s narrow miss. Both teams enter with fresh signings, tactical depth, and plenty of attacking firepower. With Old Trafford set to roar at full capacity, this Round 1 fixture promises intensity, drama, and an early marker in the title race.
Manchester United vs Arsenal, match details:
Location
Greater Manchester, England
Venue
Old Trafford
Date and time
17 Aug, 2025 / 09:00 PM IST Time
Streaming
E2Bet
Establishment
19 Feburary,1910
Capacity
74,197
Owner
Manchester United
Home team
Manchester United
Team form (last 5 matches, latest first)
Manchester United
W L L L W
Arsenal
W W D L L
Manchester United vs Arsenal, head-to-head records:
Team
Manchester United
Arsenal
H2H
57
57
Wins
24
18
Loss
18
24
Draw
15
15
Manchester United vs Arsenal, Total Highlights:
Team
Manchester United
Arsenal
Played games
4903
4894
Goals
8478
8286
Total attacks
649
594
Manchester United vs Arsenal, Discipline Statistics:
Category
Manchester United
Arsenal
Red Cards
0
1
Yellow Cards
17
12
Fouls
57
60
Tackles
122
95
Manchester United vs Arsenal, predicted lineup:
Manchester United
Arsenal
Bruno Fernandes
Bukayo Saka
Benjamin Šeško
David Raya
Luke Shaw
Gabriel Martinelli
Matheus Cunha
Declan Rice
Leny Yoro
Viktor Gyökeres
Patrick Dorgu
Jurrien Timber
Abdoulaye Diallo
Martin Ødegaard
Altay Bayındır
William Saliba
Bryan Mbeumo
Matt Lewis-Skelly
Matthijs de Ligt
Gabriel Magalhães
Matías Ugarte
Martín Zubimendi
Injured and Suspended Players:
Manchester United:
Andrew Onana
Lisandro Martinez
Joshua Zirkzee
Arsenal:
Gabriel Jesus
Leandro Trossard
Manchester United vs Arsenal, Betting Tips:
Tips
But
Match Winner
Manchester United 1-2 Arsenal
1st half score
0
Most Assist Given
Martin Ødegaard
2nd half score
2
Player of the Match
Bukayo Saka
My prediction:
I think Arsenal will win the match
FAQs:
When is Manchester United vs Arsenal being played? Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Q2. Where will the match take place? Old Trafford, Manchester.
Q3. What time does the game kick off? Exact kick-off time will be announced by the Premier League closer to the date.
Q4. Is this the first game of the Premier League 2025–26 season? Yes, it’s one of the opening round fixtures.
Q5. Who are the managers of both teams? Manchester United – Erik ten Hag, Arsenal – Mikel Arteta.
