With the Premier League season entering a crucial phase, Arsenal and Manchester United are in different battles.
Arsenal is pressing for the title, while United is struggling for consistency.
But if I took the best players in the form of both sides at this time, who would make the XI combined?
It can be a bit more difficult than usual given the amount of injuries on both sides, with Arsenal to the lack of Bukayo Saka, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz.
Meanwhile, Manchester United has no Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, Tom Heaton, Altay Bayindir, Lisandro Martinez, Amad Diallo and Kobbie Mainoo.
Then, with the mail sport in form among those that are in shape, who makes the cut as part of a 4-3-3 formation?
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David Raya (Arsenal)
There is a reason why David Raya has been named the best goalkeeper in the 2025 London Football Awards.
From last year's awards, Raya arrived at the headlines with two penalty salvages in a round of the 16th Victoria on Porto Champions League, held six consecutive clean leaves in the Premier League and won the gold glove of the division at the end of the 2023/24 season.
It has also been included in the Premier League year team of the PFA, and achieved the salvation of the month of the August Premier League for a single -hand stop against Ollie Watkins.
Then, it is not necessary to say that Raya has firmly established as No. 1 of the Arsenal. Its shooting has been excellent, and its distribution is much higher than that of Andre Onana de United, which has been inconsistent.
Defenders
Left – Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal)
Riccardo Calafiori is doing the cut after an impressive substitute appearance on PSV, establishing Leandro Trosssard before scoring his own goal.
His ability to progress the ball forward and link with the attack gives Arsenal an additional dimension.
With Luke Shaw injured and United lacks a constant left side option, Calafiori is this week's choice.
David Raya takes the shirt No. 1 by virtue of his strong exhibitions and overcome Andre Onana
Riccardo Calafiori also creates the team, although the lack of a left back option at this time
Back center – Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal)
Gabriel Magalhaes has undoubtedly been one of the most consistent and impressive players of Arsenal since he moved to the Emirates.
The Brazilian central has constantly earned the admiration of his teammates and fans equally. His performances throughout January were exceptional, which made him a prominent player for the Gunners.
He complements Saliba perfectly. Although the Brazilian is a rock in the back, it has also contributed crucial objectives, scoring in consecutive games against Manchester City and the Spurs.
His aggressive style adapts to the high line of Arsenal, and has been an important part of his defensive force.
Back center – William Saliba (Arsenal)
Saliba is possibly the best center in the league at this time. Its ball composure, the ability to read the game and its aerial domain makes it indispensable.
He has completed more than 94 percent of his passes this season and has barely set a bad foot.
Help that has formed an association that becomes the head with Gabriel Brazilian in the heart of the defense of the Gunners.
Speaking earlier this season, Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta said: 'We believe that Saliba and Gabriel could become really good … but his level is now something incredible, incredible. That union and chemistry are unique and really good. I am proud of Gabriel and Saliba, really. '
Gabriel offers an air presence at both ends, providing crucial objectives of established parts
Saliba, possibly the best center in the league, is obvious to our XI Combined
Right next to – Jurrien Timber (Arsenal)
Jurrien Timber was the one who started the fantastic Arsenal night in Eindhoven, scoring the starter with a subsequent header next to him.
While it was an almost perfect night for the defender, he collected a yellow card in the 69th minute.
Then, given that performance and his other performances this season, he is the right choice.
Diogo Dalot began as the right support of the right of the United against true society and seemed to fight that discarded it from the combined XI. United fans criticized their crossing ability as a wings side and were far from convincing their ability to play on paper in the field.
Midfielders
Defensive field center – Declan Rice (Arsenal)
Rice has been an absolute monster in the center of the field. He is winning almost 90 percent of his duels, breaking the game and even contributing goals. His ability to dominate and progress, the ball has no comparison between the Gunners team, which makes it an automatic choice.
Center of the center of the center – Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
Despite United's struggles, Fernandes remains his most creative player. He has six goals and seven assists in the Premier League this season, often carrying the team's attack load.
His leadership and ability to produce in great moments keep it in this XI.
Declan Rice and Bruno Fernandes constitute a strong midfield three, with Martin Odegaard
Center of the center of the center – Martin Odegaard (Arsenal)
When he is fit, the Arsenal captain is in the heart of his attack game, pulling the strings in the center of the field with his vision and movement.
He leads the team in key passes per game and has played a vital role in creating opportunities.
His ability to orchestrate attacks and dictate the rhythm of a game makes it the outstanding creative force in the center of the field.
Right wing – Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal)
With Saka injured, Ethan Nwaneri, 17, receives approval.
The highly qualified young man has already shown glimpses of his immense talent, and Arsenal fans are excited about his future.
His technical ability, ball composure and an intrepid approach make him a selection of wild card.
While it is still raw, its current and potential form make it the best option available on the right flank.
The Arsenal injury crisis has allowed the young 17 -year -old Ethan Nwaneri, flourish for Arteta
Mikel Merino has become an improvised option in advance and leads the line here
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Striker – Mikel Merino (Arsenal)
The surprise inclusion? Maybe. But Merino has been crucial for Arsenal in an advanced paper, covering injuries and adding creativity. Its physicality, passage of pass and tactical intelligence have helped Arsenal maintain their rhythm of attack.
Left wing – Leandro Trosssard (Arsenal)
Leandro Trosssard has increased massively in the absence of Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka. He has scored vital goals both in the Premier League and in the Champions League, which shows to be a reliable attack option for Arsenal.
His versatility allows him to play in the three strikers, and his ability to have an impact from the bank or from the beginning makes him invaluable.