Arsenal and Manchester United face off in the third round of the FA Cup. (Photo: AFP)
Arsenal and Manchester United face off in the third round of the FA Cup. (Photo: AFP)

This Sunday, January 12th, Arsenal will host Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium in a crucial match for both teams in the third round of the 2025 FA Cup. The Gunners come into the match with good form in the Premier League but face a challenging season, marked by ups and downs such as a 1-1 draw against Brighton and a 2-0 loss to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup. Despite the absence of Bukayo Saka due to injury, the team led by Mikel Arteta continues to fight for titles and Champions League qualification. Arsenal will aim to advance to the next round of the FA Cup, taking advantage of their opponent’s poor form.

Manchester United, on the other hand, is going through a period of transition. Rúben Amorim took over as head coach in 2024 after Erik ten Hag’s departure, and despite some market signings, such as Amad Diallo’s renewal and interest in Viktor Gyökeres, the team has struggled to find its best form. The Red Devils are on a concerning run, with four losses in their last five matches, putting immense pressure on the players. Despite this, key figures like Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes remain essential in reversing the situation, and Manchester United will seek to overcome their crisis in this critical match.

With Arsenal in a more stable moment and a well-organized squad, the Gunners are the favorites for this matchup. Arteta has managed to keep the team competitive, with Martin Ødegaard as the creative leader and a solid defense led by William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes. Meanwhile, Manchester United, under Amorim’s direction, continues to search for answers and will face a motivated and confident Arsenal. The pressure is on the visitors, who urgently need a positive result to turn their season around, while Arsenal will look to capitalize on their good form and try to progress in the FA Cup.

What time do Arsenal vs Manchester United play in the FA Cup?

The match between Arsenal and Manchester United in the third round of the 2025 FA Cup will take place this Sunday, January 12th, at 9:00 AM (CDMX), 10:00 AM (ET, USA), and 12:00 PM (Argentina). For fans in Spain, the match will be available at 4:00 PM (local time). Below is a list of the match times in other Latin American countries:

  • Mexico (CDMX) - 9:00 AM
  • United States (ET) - 10:00 AM
  • United States (PT) - 7:00 AM
  • United States (CT) - 9:00 AM
  • United States (MT) - 8:00 AM
  • Argentina - 12:00 PM
  • Spain - 4:00 PM
  • Chile - 12:00 AM
  • Colombia - 10:00 AM
  • Peru - 10:00 AM
  • Uruguay - 12:00 PM
  • Paraguay - 12:00 AM
  • Brazil (Brasilia) - 12:00 PM
  • UK - 3:00 PM

Which channel to watch Arsenal vs. Manchester United in the FA Cup?

The highly anticipated match between Arsenal and Manchester United in the third round of the 2025 FA Cup will be available on different broadcasting channels, depending on your location.

In the UK, the game will be broadcast live on BBC One. For those outside the UK, the match can be enjoyed on various platforms. In Latin America, it will be available on ESPN and Disney+, while in Mexico, the match will be shown on Max. In the United States, the game can be streamed on ESPN+. Don’t miss it on these platforms!

Arsenal’s Possible Lineup:

  • Goalkeeper: David Raya
  • Defenders: Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly
  • Midfielders: Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Rice
  • Forwards: Trossard, Martinelli, Havertz

Manchester United’s Possible Lineup:

  • Goalkeeper: Onana
  • Defenders: De Ligt, Maguire, Lisandro Martínez
  • Midfielders: Mazraoui, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot
  • Forwards: Bruno Fernandes, Diallo, Hojlund
Arsenal will face Manchester United in the third round of the FA Cup. (Photo: AFP)
Arsenal will face Manchester United in the third round of the FA Cup. (Photo: AFP)
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