Two of the FA Cup’s most successful clubs, Arsenal and Manchester United, square off in a blockbuster third-round encounter at the Emirates on Sunday.
The Gunners, with 14 titles, host the defending champions, who boast 13 triumphs, in a match rich in history and stakes.
🔴Arsenal Seek FA Cup Revival at Home | Home Win = 1.75💵
Arsenal comes into this fixture on the back of a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the EFL Cup in a game that saw the Gunners lose for the first since their defeat to Inter Milan in the UCL, 15 games ago.
That slip aside, the Gunners remain a force at the Emirates, where they were unbeaten in their last 20 games there in all competitions, a run going back to last season.
Mikel Arteta’s side will look to put that Newcastle result behind them quickly and try to rediscover the form that made them so formidable at home where they beat Manchester United themselves in the EPL 2-0.
🔵Man United Aim to Get Sweet Revenge on Arsenal | Away Win = 5.35💵
Manchester United come into this contest following a morale-boosting 2-2 draw at Anfield, in a game everyone all but ruled them out, and with their morale so high, one can expect them to try and ride on that wave to try and avenge their 2-0 defeat at the hands of Arsenal in the league.
Although United’s recent form is concerning, with no wins in their last five games. The Red Devils’ FA Cup credentials remain strong, however, having won their last six matches in the competition, including their 2023 triumph.
Ruben Amorim’s men have struggled defensively, conceding at least two goals in each of their last five outings, but they’ll hope they can out-score an Arsenal side struggling to score at the moment.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Arsenal are without Bukayo Saka, Ben White, and Takehiro Tomiyasu due to injuries, while Gabriel Jesus is expected to lead the line. Mikel Arteta may also rotate with Calafiori and Jesus likely to feature.
For United, Marcus Rashford, heavily linked with a departure, may miss out along with Mason Mount, Victor Lindelof, and Luke Shaw who remain doubts due to injury. Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Højlund are expected to spearhead their attacking charge.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.97💵
⚽Arsenal have won five (5) of their last six (6) meetings with Manchester United across all competitions. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.21
⚽Man United boast 2 wins in 3 FA Cup encounters with Arsenal, including their last meeting in the competition at the Emirates (1-3). | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 1.5 = 2.80
🔗You can check out the FA Cup, Arsenal vs Man United, on👉 MSport.
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Real Madrid and Barcelona lock horns at King Abdullah Sports City on Sunday in the Spanish Super Cup Final. This storied El Clasico will determine whether Real Madrid will match Barcelona's record of 14 titles or if the Blaugrana extend their tally to 15.
🤍Real Madrid Seek Third Trophy This Season | Home Win = 2.45💵
Los Blancos are in superb form, riding a five-game winning streak across all competitions, including a 3-0 triumph over Mallorca in the semi-final. Jude Bellingham was instrumental, scoring the opener, with Rodrygo sealing the victory late.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side has already secured the UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Intercontinental Cup this season, and they are now chasing their third trophy of the season here.
Victory in this game would see Real Madrid not only equal their rivals Spanish Super Cup wins but will also see them avenge the 4-0 thumping they suffered at the hands of Barca in Laliga earlier this season.
🔴Barcelona Eye Second Straight El Clasico Win| Away Win = 2.68💵
Barcelona entered the Supercopa in unconvincing form but showed flashes of brilliance in their 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao. Gavi and Lamine Yamal provided the goals in a controlled display that secured their place in the final.
The Blaugrana are La Liga’s top scorers with 51 goals, but their recent slump of two losses and a draw before the Supercopa raises concerns, ones they would love to put to bed in style and what better way to do it than beating Real Madrid for the second time this season.
However, it is precisely because of that, and the fact that a trophy will be at stake, is why it won’t be easy for Hansi Flick’s side, as Real Madrid would want revenge for the first defeat.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Real Madrid will assess injuries to Luka Modrić, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Federico Valverde. Jude Bellingham is expected to shake off minor issues to start. Long-term absentees include Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao, while David Alaba is still recovering.
Barcelona will miss Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Andreas Christensen, but Dani Olmo and Pau Victor return. Yamal is fit to start, and Wojciech Szczesny is likely to continue in goal, with Lewandowski spearheading the attack.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.04💵
Real Madrid have beaten Barca in 4 of their last 5 meetings in competitive games including last season's Spanish Super Cup final (4-1). | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.28
If friendly games are counted, Barcelona have beaten Real Madrid in all their last two meetings. 2-1 in the preseason and 4-0 in the only meeting this season in the league. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.44
🔚Conclusion🔚:
This Spanish Super Cup Final promises high stakes, tactical intrigue, and El Clasico drama. Both teams are capable of brilliance, but Real Madrid’s current form and depth give them a slight edge over a Barcelona side seeking to recapture their swagger.
🔗You can check out the Spanish Super Cup Final El Clasico on👉 MSport.
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Athletic, the Copa del Rey holders, meet Barcelona, La Liga runners-up, in a thrilling encounter between two top-four La Liga sides this season in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.
With the Baulgrana club’s recent troubles, one wonders if perhaps this is the competition that would bring some joy to Barcelona and its fans as they try to forget their “Dani Olmo” woes.
Athletic Bilbao Aim to Extend Unbeaten Streak | Win = 4.07
Athletic Bilbao enter the semi-final in fine form, unbeaten in their last six La Liga matches and sitting fourth in the league. Their solid defence, conceding just 17 goals this season, has been key to their success.
Ernesto Valverde’s side has also demonstrated resilience, prevailing in tough matches like the penalty shootout win over Logrones in the Copa del Rey last Saturday.
However, their task on Wednesday won’t be easy, as they come up against a Barcelona side that is on the hunt for some good news and has only once before been beaten by Bilbao in regulation time (2020).
Barcelona Look to Rediscover Form & Joy | Win = 1.87
Barcelona are not seeing a lot of joy on or off the pitch in recent times with no wins in their last three La Liga matches, including damaging defeats to Leganes and Atletico Madrid, and trouble registering their players.
Despite their struggles, they boast the league's strongest attack, netting 51 goals this season. Robert Lewandowski leads the charge with 25 goals in all competitions.
Hansi Flick will look to try and get his Polish striker together with the rest of his team to get a great result against Bilbao in an effort to try and give their fans something to smile about and possibly change all the negative talk about the club in recent weeks.
Key Players & Team News:
Athletic Bilbao may miss Yeray Alvarez, Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta, and Oihan Sancet due to injuries. Barcelona, meanwhile, have fitness concerns over Ferran Torres and may not risk Yamal from the start.
Both managers are expected to rotate their squads, with key players returning after resting in their recent Copa del Rey matches.
Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 4.00
The last two encounters between Bilbao and Barca, with Bilbao as the home team have been close, with a 0-0 draw in March 2024 when they met in Laliga, and a 2-2 draw in January 2024's Copa del Rey, which saw Athletic win in extra time. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Under 4.5 = 2.12
Barcelona's semi-final pedigree in the Spanish Super Cup gives them confidence, having won their last two semi-final fixtures in this competition. | Specials Market: Away & Over 1.5 = 2.08
You can check out the Spanish Super Cup game, Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona, on MSport.
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