It’s official! The Premier League is back with the same fervor! Arsenal has won 1-0 in the Premier League against Manchester United in what’s shaping to be an exciting game in the Premier League at Old Trafford. Italian player Ricardo Calafiori scored the goal into the goal in 14th minutes, courtesy of the corner that gave Arsenal Gunners an early lead in the historic match.
A Classic Rivalry Renewed
This game will bring back memories of the golden age when the two clubs were dominant in English football. From 1996 until 2004 the only two clubs in England, Manchester United and Arsenal won the Premier League title. Rivalry among both Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger and the famous battles among players such Roy Keane and Patrick Vieira created one of the greatest football rivalries.
But the times have changed. Arsenal hasn’t had a trophy for more than 20 years, and Manchester United had their worst season of their lives in the past and finished fifteenth place within the Premier League. Both clubs want to regain their former glory.
New Faces, New Hope
Arsenal director Mikel Arteta has been working to create something truly special. The Gunners finished third in the Premier League for three straight seasons. This summer, the Gunners have made some significant moves to cross the line.
Arsenal’s latest players include
- Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP for PS64 million
- Martin Zubimendi for midfield strength
- Noni Madueke to attack depth
Manchester United, under new manager Ruben Amorim, has been active in the market for transfers. After a disastrous year, the club has completely overhauled their tactics.
United’s newest additions to the list:
- Benjamin Sesko (striker)
- Matheus Cunha (forward)
- Bryan Mbeumo (winger)
Match Updates and Team Lineups
Arsenal began their season with a bang, despite their brand new squad. Gyokeres will make their debut with the Gunners as is Sesko will start as a substitute for United. The goal that Calafiori scored early is giving Arsenal confidence and they’re appearing to be in danger every moment they play forward.
Arsenal’s starting eleven: Raya (GK); White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Odegaard (c), Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.
Manchester United’s starting eleven: Bayindir (GK); Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw; Dalot, Mount, Casemiro, Dorgu; Mbeumo, Fernandes (c); Cunha.
The match will be played on the pitch at Old Trafford, where Arsenal has been struggling for years. The club has won just two league matches there in the last season of 2007/08 and both of them came under Arteta’s direction.
What This Means for Indian Football Fans
Indian fans will be going to be treated to an exciting experience when they watch tonight’s Premier League opener. The match will be streamed live on the Star Sports network and streamed on JioHotstar and JioHotstar, making it accessible to football fans across the nation.
The start time of 9 PM local time on a Sunday is a perfect opportunity for Indian viewers to watch this classic match at the comforts of their own homes. Both teams feature thrilling new players and a variety of the tactical shifts, this game could determine the direction for the rest of the Premier League season.
Arsenal enters this game as a favorite Their early advantage shows that they are serious about business. After having been so close to winning in recent times the team is determined to win their 20th time to win Premier League glory.
Manchester United, on the contrary, must prove that they are able to bounce back from their most disappointing Premier League campaign. The new manager Amorim is bringing fresh ideas and players with him however it will take some time to determine whether they can be able to compete for the major trophy wins.
The Season Ahead
This first game offers a glimpse into the season to come. Arsenal is determined to be crowned the premier Premier League title since 2004. With the addition of quality players like Gyokeres and Zubimendi, they possess the experience and depth to make it happen.
Manchester United faces a different problem. After finishing 15th last season they have to regain confidence and identify their own identities under Amorim. The attacking trio consisting of Sesko, Cunha, and Mbeumo could provide the boost they’ve been looking for.
The match will continue in the stadium of Old Trafford, one thing is certain: it’s the Premier League is back, and it’s just as thrilling as ever. If you’re a fan of Arsenal as well as Manchester United, this classic rivalry promises to be full of action, skill, and hopefully, more goals when the final whistle is blown.
The game that is so beautiful continues to attract fans in India as well as around the globe and games like these help us understand that this Premier League remains the most-watched football league in the world.
