‘Arsenal are certainties’ to beat Manchester United by a comfortable score line says Paul Merson

Paul Merson has made a bold prediction regarding this weekend’s clash between Arsenal and Manchester United.

The Gunners host United at the Emirates stadium on Sunday, kick-off is scheduled for 16:00 (GMT).

Arsenal come into the game following a disappointing 2-0 defeat at the hands of their rivals Tottenham last weekend. The Gunners bid to finish in the top four is rapidly deteriorating and they find themselves six points off fourth placed Man City.

Man United meanwhile were held to a draw by Swansea City last weekend and defeated Celta Vigo in the Europa League on Thursday night.

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Merson believes the game comes at a perfect time for Arsenal as United have their sights set on winning the Europa League. The former Arsenal man believes the Gunners will record a 3-0 victory this weekend.

“Arsenal are certainties in my opinion. It’s all about timing at the end of the season and this game is perfect timing for the Gunners,” Merson told SkySports.

“I don’t think so. I’d be shocked if any of the big guns played at the Emirates on Sunday. The wholesale changes put severe pressure on Arsene Wenger.

“They will be playing a second string side in my opinion and if they can’t beat an under-strength Manchester United, huge pressure will be put on the Frenchman. He would probably prefer to be playing United’s first team.

“I’m backing Arsenal for a big 3-0 win and before Manchester United fans go ballistic I’m only backing that result because of my theory. If it was different I’d back the draw because Mourinho can get a draw at will.”