The hype ahead of tomorrow’s massive clash has intensified after former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson made a fiery statement about the Red Devils’ attacking lineup.
Ferguson, speaking with his usual authority, insisted that both Benjamin Sesko and Joshua Zirkzee must start against Arsenal.
“He HAS to start Sesko and Zirkzee—both of them—tomorrow. No excuses!” Ferguson declared. “Arsenal have a weakness, and only these two can exploit it. If they both start, Arsenal are finished. Mark my words—together, they’ll make it 4-2 for United, no doubt.”
His comments have sparked a frenzy among fans, many of whom are urging manager Ruben Amorim to unleash the duo. One supporter wrote: “The fans back this lineup 100%. In training, these guys are unstoppable!”
Sesko’s blistering pace and clinical finishing, paired with Zirkzee’s flair, hold-up play, and vision, have already impressed individually. Together, they could form one of the league’s most feared partnerships. Training reports indicate their chemistry is rapidly improving, leaving defenders confused and teammates impressed.
For Arsenal, Ferguson’s prediction is a stark warning. While Mikel Arteta’s squad is defensively solid, Ferguson sees a vulnerability that Sesko and Zirkzee are perfectly suited to exploit. His bold forecast of a 4-2 United win has only added excitement ahead of one of the season’s most anticipated matches.
Fans are buzzing, believing this could define Manchester United’s season—a chance to not just compete with but dominate their rivals.
Ferguson’s public prediction also serves as classic psychological warfare: pressuring Arsenal while boosting United’s confidence. Should Amorim go with Sesko and Zirkzee up front, it would be a daring double-striker setup against Arteta’s typically compact defense.