Arsenal slayed by Man Utd in shocking defeat

Manchester United at Old Trafford is always a challenging task, regardless of how the home side is performing. Once billed as THE rivalry in English football, the shine has dissipated from the fixture somewhat over the last decade.

Heading into Sunday’s game, both teams were in good form with Arsenal winning their opening five games and United prevailing in their last three.

Aside from the opening 20 or so minutes, Arsenal were the dominant team. They controlled possession and had more shots but struggled to break down a stubborn United defence.

After Antony had given the hosts the lead, it was all Arsenal, and in the second half, Bukayo Saka brought his side level. However, the Gunners were on level terms for a matter of minutes as Rashford put the home side ahead before adding his second goal of the game to kill the contest off.

Despite the loss, Arsenal are still top of the Premier League table, so it is not all doom and gloom.

After the Gunners’ midweek return to Europe, they will face Frank Lampard’s Everton at the Emirate next Sunday.