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The Arsenal-Manchester United rivalry is one of the most storied in English football, with countless memorable matches played over the years. Here are the top five memorable matches between both sides.
This fixture has produced several memorable moments over the years, and it is time for a new installment.
However, before we are served another one, Pulse Sports takes you down memory lane on some of the best games between these teams over the years.
Here are five of the most exciting games between these two giants:
1. Manchester United 8-2 Arsenal (Premier League, August 2011)
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This game is widely regarded as one of the most humiliating defeats in Arsenal's history. Manchester United were rampant, with Wayne Rooney scoring a hat trick and Ashley Young scoring twice.
This match showcased the gulf in class between the two sides at the time and prompted Arsene Wenger to swiftly strengthen his team before the close of the transfer window.
2. Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United (Premier League, January 2020)
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This was a crucial match in Arteta’s reign as Arsenal manager, as it was just his third match in charge of the Gunners. Arsenal came out on top thanks to goals from Nicolas Pepe and Sokratis Papastathopoulos. This victory boosted the confidence the Arsenal fanbase had in the manager.
3. Arsenal 3-2 Manchester United (Premier League, January 2023)
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This was another thrilling match that saw Arsenal come from behind to win 3-2. Eddie Nketiah scored a late winner for Arsenal, sparking wild celebrations at the Emirates Stadium. It was one of the best games to watch for neutrals, with Nketiah’s late goal capping an end-to-end clash.
4. Manchester United 2-0 (Premier League, October, 2004)
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Manchester United ended Arsenal's 49-game unbeaten run with a controversial 2-0 victory at Old Trafford. A penalty awarded to United for a foul on Wayne Rooney by Sol Campbell proved decisive, with Ruud van Nistelrooy converting the spot-kick.
Rooney added a second late on to seal the win. The result sparked controversy, with many Arsenal fans believing the penalty was not deserved. The match is remembered as one of the most dramatic and controversial in Premier League history.
5. Arsenal 0 (5)-(4) 0 Manchester United (FA Cup, May 2005)
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The 2005 FA Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester United was a thrilling encounter that ended in a dramatic penalty shootout. After a goalless 120 minutes, the two sides went head-to-head, with Arsenal eventually emerging victorious 5-4.
The match was a classic encounter between two of English football's biggest clubs, and it is still remembered fondly by fans of both teams. It was a fitting end to a memorable FA Cup campaign, and Arsenal's victory cemented their status as one of the top teams in English football.
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