Bukayo Saka reveals game-changing Manchester United truth with Arsenal title race impact
Bukayo Saka has named Old Trafford as his favourite opposition stadium to play at as Arsenal prepare for their clash at the home of Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.
The Gunners will be searching for all three points when taking on Erik ten Hag's side this weekend after Manchester City moved two points clear at the top of the table courtesy of a comprehensive 4-0 win at Fulham.
This result has now upped the pressure on Arsenal to continue their winning run, against a side out of form but always capable of causing an upset when least expected.
Arsenal have won only one of their last nine matches at Old Trafford, only adding to the idea Sunday could prove more challenging than expected, though Saka is relishing another trip to a ground he loves visiting.
"When you start from outside, growing up watching football, the special nights you've seen in the Premier League and Champions League at Old Trafford, it was nice to be on the pitch and to play," said the England international of his memories at the home of the Red Devils. "I have played there a few times now and I think it is definitely my favourite stadium to play in."
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There is nothing United would love more than to put a major dent in the Gunners' title bid, a fact Saka is all too aware of having grown up witnessing the significance of the rivalry between the clubs. Asked if there is a special feeling to this fixture, he replied: "There is. The two teams are so big in English history and they have had rivalries for many, many years.
"Every time I play against them, I understand that - from growing up - Arsenal fans and Man United fans are always going at each other. I understand it. It is always a big, big game - and it will be on Sunday. I am looking forward to it and I always enjoy to play game like this."