United vs Arsenal: A historic rivalry It is the most frequent fixture in either clubs history and United vs Arsenal has taken on a unique, fiercely-contested rivalry of its own. The first meeting, back in 1894, ended in a 3-3 draw, and in 219 meetings there has been blood, sweat, tears and joy aplenty. Incidentally, United have now triumphed 93 times, Arsenal 78, with draws on 48 occasions. Our timeline below highlights some of the very best battles... Arsenal 3-2 United, 16 Jan 1926 Well allow Arsenal one win in this gallery feature, and only because we love the photo! The referee tosses a coin to decide who will kick off in this pre-war clash between United and Arsenal at Highbury. United 1-1 Arsenal, 17 Jan 1948 This league encounter between the two sides was watched by Uniteds record home attendance of 83,260 - at Maine Road. The Reds were temporarily using Manchester Citys stadium to host matches following the bombing of Old Trafford during the Second World War. Arsenal 2-3 United, 28 Nov 1964 Denis Law, George Best and Bobby Charlton celebrate in a 3-2 Division One win at Highbury. United 3-0 Arsenal, 29 Dec 1979 Joe Jordan nets in a 3-0 victory at Old Trafford. Arsenal 2-4 United, 15 Feb 1983 Steve Coppell is congratulated for his goal in the 4-2 Milk Cup semi-final success. Arsenal 1-2 United, 16 Apr 1983 Norman Whiteside unleashes a drive to claim United’s second as Ron Atkinson’s men defeat Arsenal 2-1 in the FA Cup semi-final. Arsenal 1-1 United, 7 Aug 1993 United pose with the FA Charity Shield after beating the Gunners 5-4 on penalties. United 3-0 Arsenal, 22 Mar 1995 Winger Andrei Kanchelskis turns to celebrate with his team-mates after scoring the final goal in this comfortable win for the Reds. United 1-0 Arsenal, 20 Mar 1996 Eric Cantona enjoys his goal in a vital 1-0 win that helped United on the way to the league title. Arsenal 1-2 United, 14 Apr 1999 Having just scored one of the best goals in FA Cup history, Ryan Giggs embarks on a memorable celebration. United 6-1 Arsenal, 25 Feb 2001 Dwight Yorke jumps for joy as his hat-trick propels the Reds to this memorable demolition of Arsenal at Old Trafford. United 2-0 Arsenal, 7 Dec 2002 United’s Ginger Prince Paul Scholes is mobbed after netting in this league triumph. United 1-1 Arsenal, 10 Aug 2003 A delighted Tim Howard turns to salute the travelling United support after saving the penalty that won the Community Shield. The Reds emerged 4-3 victors on spot-kicks. Arsenal 0-1 United, 3 Apr 2004 Paul Scholes’ FA Cup semi-final strike paved the Reds path to glory in the 2004 competition. United 2-0 Arsenal, 24 Oct 2004 Birthday boy Wayne Rooney wheels away having doubled the Reds advantage in this 2004 league match. The 2-0 triumph signalled the end of Arsenals 49-game unbeaten run and prompted jubilant scenes on the Old Trafford terraces. United 1-0 Arsenal, 1 Dec 2004 Frenchman David Bellion is congratulated after scoring the goal that would eliminate Arsenal from the Carling Cup. Arsenal 2-4 United, 1 Feb 2005 In a tense encounter at Highbury, Uniteds virtuoso winger Cristiano Ronaldo bagged two crucial strikes which, alongside goals from Ryan Giggs and John OShea, gave Sir Alexs side an important win. United 4-0 Arsenal, 16 Feb 2008 Nani performs an acrobatic flip as he enjoys scoring in the Reds emphatic FA Cup fifth-round win against the Gunners. Arsenal 1-3 United, 5 May 2009 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a brace as Arsenal are sent crashing out of the UEFA Champions League. United 2-0 Arsenal, 12 Mar 2011 The Reds no.10 shows his delight after putting United two to the good in this FA Cup sixth-round win. United 8-2 Arsenal, 2 Aug 2011 Wayne Rooney curls in a free-kick, which proved to be the first of a magnificent hat-trick as the ruthless Reds stormed to an incredible win over Arsene Wengers men. Arsenal 1-2 United, 22 Nov 2014 The jubilant players mob Wayne Rooney after his breakaway strike - following Kieran Gibbs own goal - gives the Reds a vital 2-0 lead at the Emirates. Even though Olivier Giroud pulled one back for the Gunners, United went on to claim a fantastic first away win under Louis van Gaal.
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