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How to Buy Arsenal vs Manchester United Tickets without Membership - Emirates Stadium, 19 December 2026

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Updated 8 October 2026By Love1Ticket Team5 min read

Arsenal host Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday 19 December 2026, and it is one of the hardest tickets of the winter to get. The match is at the Emirates Stadium with a 3pm kick-off, so if you are looking for Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets, here is how to buy them without a membership, what they cost and where to sit.

It is also the first of two meetings this season. The return is at Old Trafford on Saturday 27 February 2027, so Arsenal fans who miss out in December have a second chance later in the winter.

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Why this fixture sells out

Arsenal against Manchester United is one of the biggest games in English football. For years it decided titles, and the two clubs still draw some of the largest crowds in the league. The Emirates holds around 60,000, and nearly every seat is taken by a season ticket holder or a member, which is why so few tickets ever reach general sale.

A Saturday 3pm kick-off at the Emirates, a fortnight before Christmas, also suits travelling fans. Expect a full house and a lot of Manchester United supporters in London for the weekend. If you want the history behind the rivalry, read our Arsenal vs Manchester United rivalry guide.

How to buy Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets 2026

The official route is through Arsenal. Tickets for Premier League home games go to season ticket holders first and then to paying members in priority order, and most games are gone before there is anything left for the public. Manchester United's travelling fans get a small away allocation, sold through United's own members and loyalty system.

If you are not a member, or missed your window, Love1Ticket lists tickets from verified sellers, with prices shown including fees so the total you see is the total you pay. Resale tickets can cost more than face value, so check the price against your seat before you buy.

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How much do Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets cost?

On the resale market, Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets currently start from around £382. The cheapest listing we are seeing in each part of the ground, fee-inclusive, as of 8 October 2026:

  • Behind the goal, upper tier: from £478
  • Behind the goal, lower tier: from £510
  • Along the pitch, upper tier: from £515
  • Along the pitch, lower tier: from £632
  • Hospitality and VIP: from £689
  • Away section (Manchester United fans): from £837

Prices usually climb as the date gets closer, so buying early gives you more choice. Single tickets and pairs tend to be cheaper per seat than large groups sitting together.

Where should I sit at the Emirates?

The two long sides, the East and West stands, give the best view of the whole pitch, and the lower tiers put you close to the action. The North Bank and the Clock End sit behind each goal. The North Bank is where Arsenal's loudest supporters gather, so it is the best choice if you want atmosphere. Our Emirates seating guide breaks down the views stand by stand.

Where do Manchester United fans sit?

Visiting supporters are housed in the lower tier of the Clock End. Away tickets are the most expensive in the ground because so few are released. If you want to sit with the home fans, choose a seat outside that section and keep the colours quiet.

Are there Arsenal vs Manchester United hospitality tickets?

Yes. Hospitality packages include a premium seat and food and drink before and after the game. Love1Ticket lists verified hospitality and VIP packages for this fixture.

How do I get to the Emirates Stadium?

Arsenal station on the Piccadilly line is the closest, a short walk from the ground. Finsbury Park and Holloway Road are also within walking distance and are usually less crowded after the final whistle. More on the ground and the area on our Emirates Stadium page.

FAQs about Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets 2026

When and where is Arsenal vs Manchester United?

Saturday 19 December 2026 at the Emirates Stadium, London, kicking off at 3pm. Kick-off times can be moved for broadcast, so check closer to the date.

Do I need to be an Arsenal member to buy tickets?

Not if you buy on the resale market. Love1Ticket sells tickets from verified sellers, so you do not need a club membership.

How much are Arsenal vs Manchester United tickets?

Resale tickets start from around £382, with most seats in the main stands priced between roughly £480 and £630 as of 8 October 2026. Prices change daily and often rise nearer the match.

Where do the Manchester United fans sit?

In the away section in the lower tier of the Clock End. Away tickets are priced higher than the rest of the ground because the allocation is small.

Can I buy tickets to sit together?

Yes, you can filter listings by the number of tickets you need. Larger groups may have fewer options, so buy early.

When is the return fixture?

Manchester United vs Arsenal is at Old Trafford on Saturday 27 February 2027. See Manchester United vs Arsenal tickets.

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