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Premier League: Manchester United face tough test against league leaders Arsenal

Published January 24, 2026, 09:29

The 22nd matchday of the Premier League highlights the clash between Arsenal and Manchester United. Arsenal, currently leading the league with a 7-point gap, drew 0-0 against Nottingham Forest in their previous match. Manchester United, on the other hand, is in a transition period following the departure of Ruben Amorim and the appointment of Michael Carrick as their new manager, who made an impressive debut with a 2-0 victory over Manchester City. The match is expected to be highly competitive, as Arsenal aims to maintain their top position and Manchester United seeks to continue their winning streak under new leadership. The full schedule of the 23rd matchday includes several interesting games, such as West Ham - Sunderland, Burnley - Tottenham, Bournemouth - Liverpool, and Arsenal - Manchester United. The matches will be played over the weekend and Monday, offering a rich spectacle for fans of English football. Alongside this, the schedule for the 24th matchday has also been announced, with games like Brighton - Everton, Leeds - Arsenal, and Chelsea - West Ham standing out. The teams will have the opportunity to prepare adequately for the upcoming matches and compete for three points. Manchester United's victory over Manchester City was a significant message about the team's potential under Michael Carrick. However, the game against Arsenal is expected to be much more difficult, as the 'Gunners' are in excellent form and have the home advantage. The outcome of this match will significantly impact the league's progress.