Manchester United vs Arsenal live updates: Premier League team news, predictions and more - The Athletic

Arsenal began the 2025-26 Premier League season with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Riccardo Calafiori scored the only goal of the match in the 13th minute, heading home after Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir failed to deal with Declan Rice's inswinging corner.

Manchester United, featuring new signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeubo, created attacking threats but found Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya in excellent form.

Looking ahead, Manchester United will travel to play Fulham next Sunday. Arsenal will play their first home game of the season at the Emirates Stadium next Saturday, hosting newly promoted Leeds United. Leeds United have not yet played their opening match; they host Everton at Elland Road tomorrow night in the final game of the Premier League's first round.