Gyokeres To Start, Jesus On The Bench | 4-3-3 Arsenal Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester United

Arsenal host Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium this Sunday as they look to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Gunners recently managed to secure a 3-1 win against Inter Milan, so they would be full of confidence heading into this match.

Mikel Arteta will set up his team in a 4-3-3 formation and is expected to make some changes to his first team for this clash. Viktor Gyokeres could lead the line for the north London club, while Gabriel Jesus makes way for him and drops to the bench.

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Predicted Arsenal 4-3-3 line-up to face Manchester United

Defense

David Raya will feature between the sticks for Arsenal after conceding a goal in his last outing. William Saliba will resume his partnership with Gabriel at the heart of Arteta’s defense as they look to maintain strong form on the defensive side of the pitch.

Ben White will fill in at right-back, while Jurrien Timber will hope to prove his worth on the other side as a left-back. Both will have the freedom to advance and express themselves in the opposing half.

Cristhian Mosquera will provide cover for the defensive positions on the bench.

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MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 20: David Raya and Gabriel of Arsenal FC celebrate victory at the end of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League MD7 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Arsenal FC at Stadio San Siro on January 20, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

midfielder

Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi and Martin Odegaard will make up Arsenal’s midfield. All three must maintain possession well in the center of the park and create clear chances in the final third.

Mikel Merino and Eberechi Eze will be named on the bench awaiting their chance to influence the match in the second 45 minutes if needed.

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Attack

Leandro Trossard will try to attract attention as a left-back player, while Bukayo Saka will hope to give a good account of himself on the right flank. Both hope to get behind the opposition’s defense line at every opportunity.

Viktor Gyokeres will spearhead Arsenal’s attack. He must find a way to be a constant threat in the final third.

Noni Madueke and Gabriel Jesus will be available for selection from the bench and could make an impact in the latter stages of the match if necessary.