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Why Manchester United’s Win Over Arsenal is a Promising Sign
Manchester United started their 2022/23 Premier League campaign on a low note with two embarrassing losses to Brighton and Brentford. This was not the start that Man U fans wanted with new manager Erik ten Hag.
Despite the setbacks from those losses, Man United managed to bounce back with an affirming win against Liverpool and this recent impressive result against Arsenal. Man United is back and ready to perform at the highest level.
Let’s take a look at why Man United has a promising future ahead of them and why the win over Arsenal was the prime example of their strong potential. These are the reasons why ManU best odds are seen again at online sportsbooks.
Marcus Rashford has found his form as a goal-scorer again
When Rashford made his debut back in the 2015/16 season, he was known as a goal-scoring winger. As he has progressed, Rashford has evolved into a more well-rounded player. However, he became one of the best goal-scorers in the United squad now. He has been often deployed as the number 9 or striker for the Reds.
Through the first six games of the season, Rashford has scored three goals and dished out two assists. This is a far cry from his form over the past few years which he looked a step slower than his first few years as a pro. Now, ten Hag has found a calling for Rashford as a goal-scorer and he has delivered on his promise of revitalising the United stars.
The new signings are working out well
While the likes of Rashford and Sancho are playing well to start the season, the new signings have been excellent so far. Lisandro Martinez has been excellent in the centre-back role, especially when paired with Raphaël Varane. Even if he is a smaller player, his energy has paid off for ten Hag and United because he has locked down enemy forwards.
Another signing that has fit in seamlessly with United is Christian Eriksen. The former Tottenham Hotspur mainstay has been excellent for United as he can play in any midfield role. He has been excellent as a playmaker for the team and his energy has been awesome, especially when you consider the issues he faced with his heart back in 2021.
Lastly, Antony has only played one game for United during the match against Arsenal but he has already shown brilliant flashes. In his first game for the Reds, he scored a goal to help his club get over the previously-undefeated Arsenal.
Erik ten Hag’s system is the right fit for Man United
In his short time with the United squad, ten Hag has proven that he is the right choice for the club. Former Netherlands manager Foppe de Haan has talked about how ten Hag has cemented he’s a footballing mastermind.
Foppe said, ‘When he (ten Hag) starts talking about football, you immediately know, wait a minute, this guy knows what he wants. He really has an idea and makes it trainable. He makes demands, is very clear about them and seems completely reliable in the things he wants and does… Ten Hag has also noticed where football is heading. The game in small spaces and extremely physical’.
Foppe perfectly summarised what works for United because he has played with a physical system so far, with Martinez as the focal point. This is important to know because ten Hag has enacted positive change at United and he has proven that he is the right fit for the club.
Casemiro will bolster this squad even more
Through the years, Man United has always needed a strong defensive midfielder. While Scott McTominay and Fred have done their best to play in those roles, it has not worked out for them because they do not possess the necessary assets required to serve as a dominant defensive midfielder. McTominay is a tad too slow while Fred is smaller which hampers their effectiveness even if they are skilled.
Casemiro fills in that role perfectly and while they haven’t played with him yet, United is primed to have a strong midfield with the Brazilian paired with Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes. That is a good sign moving forward for the overall United squad.
Man United will be a tough team moving forward
With ten Hag in the manager’s seat, Man United is looking good. Their win against Arsenal proved that they belong in the upper echelon of the Premier League and they will continue to improve with time. They will be favourites moving forward and that will be reflected in ManU best odds that you can see everywhere.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The deal between Arsenal Football Club and Emirates has been renewed, making it one of the longest-running and most recognisable partnerships in world sport.
Both parties first came together as partners in 2006 and have since built one of football’s defining partnerships. Spanning the entire Emirates Stadium era, the relationship has evolved alongside the club – supporting Arsenal’s ambitions, strengthening both organisations’ global reach and creating new ways for supporters around the world to connect with Arsenal.
The latest deal will see Emirates continue as the Champions’ front-of-shirt, training kit and stadium naming rights partner through to 2033.
The renewal comes at a pivotal moment in the club’s history following its recent Premier League title. The new agreement will build on many of the flagship initiatives that have defined the partnership, including the Emirates Cup, which brings world-class football to Emirates Stadium each summer, and Global Gooners, which gives supporters from around the world the opportunity to experience Arsenal in North London for the first time.
The next chapter of the partnership will begin this weekend as Arsenal welcome Borussia Dortmund to North London for the Emirates Cup, with a programme of anniversary activity celebrating more than two decades of shared history while looking ahead to the next chapter still to be written. Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, will attend alongside Arsenal senior leadership as part of the celebrations.
Launching alongside the partnership renewal is a new cinematic film featuring Arsenal legend Per Mertesacker. Set inside an antique shop filled with objects from across the Emirates era, the film celebrates two decades of shared memories between Arsenal, Emirates and our supporters, reflecting on the history we’ve made together and the moments still to come.
“Winning the Premier League is an incredibly proud moment in our club’s history and one that belongs to everyone connected with Arsenal. Emirates has been an integral part of this success – standing alongside us throughout this journey and sharing in the defining moments, challenges and successes that have shaped our club over the past two decades,” the chief executive of Arsenal, Mr Richard Garlick, stated.
On his part, the President of Emirates Airline, Sir Tim Clark, said, “Over the last two decades, Emirates and Arsenal have built something that goes far beyond a traditional partnership, and one we are immensely proud of. We have grown alongside the club through changes of era and ambition, united by a shared goal of bringing people closer to what they love.
“In practice, that has meant reaching the millions who follow Arsenal across the Emirates network and beyond and creating experiences for them that neither of us could have done alone.”
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will look to secure their place in the quarter-finals when they face Egypt in their final Group C match on Wednesday at 9:00 pm at the ongoing WAFCON 2026 in Morocco.
The defending champions bounced back from their disappointing 3-2 defeat to Malawi with a crucial 1-0 victory over Zambia and will now be aiming to finish the group stage strongly. All the matches of the tournament air live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv.
The final matchday of Group A saw hosts Morocco play out a goalless draw with Senegal, a result that was enough to send Morocco through to the quarter-finals in first position in their group. Algeria also secured their place in the knockout stages after a 2-0 victory over Kenya, bringing their group-stage campaign to a strong close.
Tuesday, Group B will conclude with Burkina Faso facing South Africa before Tanzania takes on Ivory Coast. South Africa and Ivory Coast played out a 2-2 draw in their previous match, while Burkina Faso bounced back from their opening defeat with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania. With the group still to be decided, the final results will determine which teams join the quarter-final line-up.
All eyes will then turn to Group C on Wednesday, where Egypt will face Nigeria, and Malawi will take on Zambia, with both matches kicking off at 9:00 pm. The Super Falcons will be hoping to build on their victory over Zambia and secure the result they need to advance to the knockout stages, while Egypt will be looking to end their campaign on a positive note after suffering a 3-1 defeat to Malawi in their previous game.
Nigeria’s final group match comes after a difficult start to their title defence. The Super Falcons were stunned 3-2 by Malawi in their opening game but responded with a 1-0 victory over Zambia to revive their campaign. The ten-time champions will now need to complete the job against Egypt as they look to keep their hopes of retaining the continental crown alive.
The final group-stage fixtures on Thursday will see Ghana take on Mali, and Cape Verde face Cameroon on Thursday, with both matches also scheduled for 9:00 pm. Ghana suffered a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in their previous outing, while Mali secured a 3-2 victory over Cape Verde. The final results will determine which teams progress to the knockout stages from Group D.
Matchday 3 Fixtures
Tuesday, August 4
Burkina Faso vs South Africa – 9:00 pm
Tanzania vs Ivory Coast – 9:00 pm
Wednesday, August 5
Egypt vs Nigeria – 9:00 pm
Malawi vs Zambia – 9:00 pm
Thursday, August 6
Cape Verde vs Cameroon – 9:00 pm
Mali vs Ghana – 9:00 pm
SuperSport Brings All the Live Action
Catch every match of WAFCON Morocco 2026 live on SS Football (Ch. 202, GOtv Ch. 61) and SS Football Plus (DStv Ch. 202) on DStv and GOtv. Fans can also stream every match live on DStv Stream from ₦6,000, with no decoder or dish required.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
At least for the next four seasons, DStv and GOtv subscribers are guaranteed access to all UEFA men’s club matches on SuperSport.
This is because CANAL+, the parent company of MultiChoice, which owns DStv and GOtv, has secured the exclusive broadcast rights to all UEFA men’s club competitions across Sub-Saharan Africa through 2031, ensuring SuperSport will continue to broadcast the UEFA Champions, Europa and Conference Leagues live to DStv and GOtv subscribers.
The four-season agreement, which begins with the 2027/28 campaign, covers more than 40 countries across the region and includes exclusive rights to the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League.
In English- and Portuguese-speaking Africa, SuperSport will continue as the exclusive broadcaster of UEFA club competitions, bringing the continent’s biggest European club matches to DStv and GOtv subscribers. The agreement also restores full UEFA Champions League coverage on CANAL+ Sport channels in French-speaking Africa, alongside the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League.
The rights deal further strengthens CANAL+’s sports portfolio, which already includes major football competitions such as the Premier League, LALIGA EA SPORTS, Ligue 1, the Betway Premiership and the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026.
The agreement ensures football fans across Sub-Saharan Africa will continue to enjoy live coverage of Europe’s premier club competitions on SuperSport when the new rights cycle begins in 2027.
“We are very proud of this new partnership, which gives us exclusive rights to all UEFA Men’s Club competitions across more than 40 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.
“For four seasons, until 2031, our subscribers will enjoy the thrill of the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League’s biggest matches. Today, CANAL+ offers the most attractive sports line-up across Sub-Saharan Africa, and the acquisition of these rights is a perfect illustration of that.
“We would like to extend our sincere thanks to UC3 and to the teams at Relevent for once again placing their trust in CANAL+, following our recent agreements in France, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland and Austria,” the chief executive of CANAL+, Mr Maxime Saada, stated.
