Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal squad is set to play three matches in the United States before returning to London. Similarly, Manchester United has three fixtures lined up in the USA this summer.
Arsenal, coming off a season where they finished second to Manchester City in the Premier League, will be aiming to build on that momentum.
In contrast, Manchester United qualified for the Europa League by winning the FA Cup, defeating Manchester City in the process.
Although there were rumors that Manchester United considered other managerial options towards the end of the last season, Erik ten Hag was ultimately given a new contract. He will lead the team in their match at the SoFi Stadium early Sunday morning.
### Arsenal vs. Manchester United Team News
Arsenal’s right-back Takehiro Tomiyasu will miss the USA tour due to a knee injury, and the severity of his injury is still being assessed. This makes him doubtful for the start of the new season. Additionally, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Aaron Ramsdale, David Raya, and William Saliba were not included in the 26-man squad as they are resting following their participation in Euro 2024 in Germany.
However, Gabriel, Gabriel Martinelli, and Kai Havertz are expected to join the team before this game. Kieran Tierney is also sidelined due to a hamstring issue.
For Manchester United, Erik ten Hag was missing five players for the match against Rangers. However, Anthony, Marcus Rashford, Harry Maguire, Scott McTominay, and Victor Lindelof have all returned to training ahead of their departure to the United States.
### Predicted Lineups
**Arsenal (4-3-3):**
Hein; White, Timber, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Partey, Smith Rowe; Vieira, Nketiah, Jesus.
**Manchester United (4-2-3-1):**
Onana; Ogunneye, Fish, Evans, Amass; Casemiro, Mount, McTominay; Antony, Wheatley, Rashford.
The Gunners are focused on improving their performance under Arteta, while United continues with Ten Hag’s leadership. Both teams have key players out due to injuries and rest, but they will look to make the most of their pre-season tour in the USA to prepare for the upcoming season.
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