A much-improved Manchester United scrapped with Arsenal but fell victim a goalkeeper error in a 1-0 season-opening loss at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Manchester United lost 1-0 to Arsenal at Old Trafford after conceding a goal in the 13th minute of the game. The goal arrived from a corner kick as Riccardo Calafiori headed the ball into the net. The goal caused controversy online as many believed there was a foul on Man United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir.

Six players debuted for their new clubs when Arsenal defeated Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, here's how they all performed

Arsenal have started the 2025-26 Premier League season with a win, beating Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford. Riccardo Calafiori scored the only goal of the game, nodding home in the 13th minute after Altay Bayindir made a mess of Declan Rice ’s inswinging corner.

Manchester United vs Arsenal proved an unusually high-tax affair for Week 1 of a Premier League season, and it was ultimately an error that divided the sides at Old Trafford.

Former United loan star Ben White was a notable absentee from Wednesday's open training session at The Emirates. White was withdrawn in the 71st minute of the Manchester United match and left the pitch alongside club physio Simon Murphy. Forward Gabriel Jesus (ACL) is a long-term absentee.

Eberechi Eze could make his Arsenal debut as early as Saturday, when the Gunners host Leeds United in the Premier League. Arsenal have reached an agreement with Crystal Palace to sign their talisman in a deal worth £67.5million.

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New signings Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and 65th-minute substitute Benjamin Sesko did more than enough to show they will be a far more efficient, potent strikeforce than last season’s limp and lacklustre attack but United still look in need of reinforcements elsewhere on the pitch.

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Taking on one of the title favorites (Arsenal is projected to have a 29.5 percent chance of winning the Premier League, according to the oddsmakers) right out of the gates is a bit of a free shot for a team that could use one.

Manchester United's 1-0 loss to Arsenal has caused divided opinions among the fanbase. Despite the poor start to the season, many Man United fans were impressed with the performances of the team. What makes the performance impressive is the team's ability to create chances and compete against a top side like Arsenal,