Altay Bayındır to Start for Manchester United in FA Cup Clash Against Arsenal

Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is set to make his first start for Manchester United in their highly anticipated FA Cup third-round clash against Arsenal on January 12, 2025. The match, scheduled to kick off at 18:00 local time at Emirates Stadium, will be broadcast live on TRT Spor.

Bayındır, who joined Manchester United from Fenerbahçe in the 2023-2024 season, has primarily featured in EFL Cup matches this season, with limited opportunities in the Premier League. United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, confirmed Bayındır’s inclusion in the starting lineup during a pre-match press conference, stating, ‘Altay has been training well, and this is the right moment for him to showcase his abilities.’

Arsenal, currently in strong form, remains unbeaten in their last five league matches and sits six points behind league leaders Liverpool. Key players like Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri, and Ben White are dealing with injuries, but the Gunners are expected to field a competitive lineup, including Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and Declan Rice.

Manchester United, on the other hand, has struggled in the Premier League this season but managed a 2-2 draw against Liverpool in their last outing. The Red Devils will rely on Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, and Rasmus Højlund to lead their attack against Arsenal’s solid defense.

The FA Cup tie marks a crucial moment for both teams as they aim to advance in the competition. For Bayındır, it represents a significant opportunity to prove his worth as Manchester United’s goalkeeper. The match will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike, with both teams eager to secure a spot in the next round.