Manchester United vs Arsenal (Sat 22nd July, 22:00 UK time)

[top1whoisman]

you’re right with Zinchenko ofcourse but I think Timber will be better than White when he is settled down. Will be interesting to see Odegaard in the position of Xhaka and Havertz in the 10 position. Or will Havertz play in Xhaka’s position?

Yeah White finally has some competition as Tomiyasu missed the whole season. Will be interesting to see how the competition between him and Timber will play out. It's a positive for them as both of them can play when Saliba needs a rest/is injured. A big step up from the legend that is Rob Holding.

The midfield thing is also intriguing. Feels like Rice is left alone to shield the defense when Partey doesn't play (if he even stays that is) but I think the three that starts today is the one that Arteta plans on using mostly. Not sure if either one of Ødegaard or Havertz have the discipline to play a genuine CM but Rice does cover a huge space so perhaps they don't need them to. Plus Zinchenko or Timber probably move to the centre to help out.

 

[croadyman]

What do you think will be Erik's reason for not including Andre in the squad tonight

 

[SuperiorXI]

So there will be penalties no matter what score it is

 

[unplayable]

So there will be penalties no matter what score it is

What?

 

[sglowrider]

So I just got locked out my MUTV account for 3 hours(!) due to wrong password. Guess I won't be subscribing/watching then.

No Google password manager?

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

how many pre season games have Arsenal had?
The team further along usually has a huge advantage at this stage of pre season

They’ve had 3.

1-1 draws with Watford & Nürnberg & 5-0 win against MLS all-stars

 

[Barthez]

Did Anthony Martial get injured again?

Is the pope catholic

 

[WeePat]

Not sure why i am nervous for this. Result does not matter.
Mainoo will for sure have a proper test tonight.

I was too, when we played them last season or when we played Tottenham in 2021. A preseason game vs a rival team adds some tension and emotion to it. Yeah it doesn’t matter but it kinda does if that makes sense.

 

[croadyman]

Did Anthony Martial get injured again?

He is the reason we could do with that cheap experienced goalscorer to back up Hojlund

 

[SuperiorXI]

No Google password manager?

Yeah but for some reason it saved the wrong password... to lock you out for 3 hours after 3 attempts is very extreme.

Had to use an alternative e-mail, got it working now.

 

[top1whoisman]

What do you think will be Erik's reason for not including Andre in the squad tonight

Disciplinary reasons. He missed the team flight to US.

 

[SuperiorXI]

What?

Yep, they announced it in the stadium.

 

[032Devil]

What time is the kick-off, British time.

 

[032Devil]

Yep, they announced it in the stadium.

About now, I guess

 

[top1whoisman]

He is the reason we could do with that cheap experienced goalscorer to back up Hojlund

Heard Wout is available on loan.

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

Any reason given as to why Onana isn’t in the squad?

 

[big_jeffstar]

First match for most of our team, Arsenal are going to take this really seriously and give us a pasting I reckon… cue it being cut up and shared around social media for the next month when everyone conveniently forgets it’s a pre-season friendly..
you really can’t read anything at all into these games.. remember when Chong was running rings around Skriniar? I thought he was going to be the next Messi

 

[top1whoisman]

What time is the kick-off, British time.

Starts in 15 minutes.

 

[Trex]

Probably the likes of Martinez, Varane, Mount and Sancho will play 60 mins after two 45mins appearances. I can see Eriksen and Casemiro subbing in for Mainoo and Fernandes and Garnacho for Rashford.

 

[Alan Partridge]

So there will be penalties no matter what score it is

 

[sglowrider]

What do you think will be Erik's reason for not including Andre in the squad tonight

He never seems to play anyone unless they have had a week of training under their legs before even considering them for a game.

 

[laughtersassassin]

Our squad depth isn't too bad, we can field this team in the second half.

Heaton
Dalot Maguire Lindelof Fernandez
Casemiro
Mctominay Eriksen
Pellistri Rashford Amad​

Just striker is a real problem these days. Really we need to sign 2 assuming MG is given the boot

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

Yep, they announced it in the stadium.

Well it gives us some practice so can’t complain.

 

[laughtersassassin]

Well it gives us some practice so can’t complain.

Should have put Onana in the squad just for the pens haha

 

[Robin Your Persie]

First match for most of our team, Arsenal are going to take this really seriously and give us a pasting I reckon… cue it being cut up and shared around social media for the next month when everyone conveniently forgets it’s a pre-season friendly..
you really can’t read anything at all into these games.. remember when Chong was running rings around Skriniar? I thought he was going to be the next Messi

And that pre season when we beat Real, inter and liverpool and then proceeded to lose first game of season againest Swansea 2-1 at home.

Pre season results don’t mean Jack.

 

[predator]

One of the most interesting pre season games for a good few years. Shame its going to clash with the UFC.

 

[No Idea For Nickname]

Sorry if posted already, good evening all.

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[mu4c_20le]

Any reason given as to why Onana isn’t in the squad?

US have very strict testing.

 

[IrishRedDevil]

Any reason given as to why Onana isn’t in the squad?

Jet lag and 1 training session.

 

[DJ_21]

Wonder if Mainoo is the next one to be called up in a season…

 

[maniak]

Any river where I can watch this not on MUTV? All links I find are MUTV, I don't deserve this...

 

[Samid]

Sorry if posted already, good evening all.

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The most American thing ever.

 

[DJ_21]

What do you think will be Erik's reason for not including Andre in the squad tonight

Probably lack of training and a long flight over there.

 

[032Devil]

Starts in 15 minutes.

Thank you.

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

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Think they need reminded that they Spursed the best chance they ever had of winning the league last season.

 

[032Devil]

Sorry if posted already, good evening all.

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England does anything to please the Americans.

 

[kaku06]

First match for most of our team, Arsenal are going to take this really seriously and give us a pasting I reckon… cue it being cut up and shared around social media for the next month when everyone conveniently forgets it’s a pre-season friendly..
you really can’t read anything at all into these games.. remember when Chong was running rings around Skriniar? I thought he was going to be the next Messi

You seem so worried. Relax, we’ll survive. Bloody hell

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

Jet lag and 1 training session.

Cheers, that’s fair enough. Hope he can play in the next game.

 

[lex talionis]

After the pk’s the captains will meet in the center circle, a basketball hoop will be brought in and they’ll shoot free throws. First to hit 10 wins the match.

 

[criticalanalysis]

Sorry if posted already, good evening all.

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There's one part of me that is 'wtf is this footballing blasphemy' but there's the other is that is 'ENTERTAINMENT YEAHH BABY'.

Them Americans really do know how to make a show. Imagine a PL or European annual skills challenge/all stars game. The social media interactions would be off the charts.