Arsenal v Chelsea – Injury News
While severe weather conditions have made football in England a lost luxury over the past week, for some, it has been a blessing in disguise.
Arsenal were scheduled to play Stoke City last week at the Emirates stadium and due to heavy snowfall – known to be 3 feet deep – had to stay in for the day. http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786 on the other hand, were pitched up against Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. They too,
due to similar weather conditions, are awaiting the date for the rescheduled fixture. What does this mean for both clubs? Simple - A much needed rest for both title contenders.
Arsenal not playing last week has ensured that the likes of Abou Diaby and their effective first choice keeper http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lukasz-Fabianski-c22910 can get back in contention.
Since the ankle injury to Almunia, Fabianski has done reasonably well keeping goal for the Gunners. Many argue that Arsene Wenger may no longer be in the market for a shot stopper this January owing to the ‘promising’ talent that he already has at his disposal.
Continuing the goal keeping debate, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Wojciech-Szczesny-c36998 made an impressive debut against Manchester United; exhibiting good decision making and sound technique that kept the Gunners in contention in their last game.
"I believe one day he will be the No 1 at Arsenal, certainly." commented the Arsenal manager.
Another addition to the squad as mentioned above is http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Abou-Diaby-c3453. The tall central midfielder provides much needed steel in the middle of the park. Not only is he capable holding possession, he also brings to the table that cutting edge passing precision that
Arsenal midfielders are known for.
Turning our attention to Chelsea, who welcome back http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/England-c749 midfielder has been
one of the most influential and consistent players for the Blues. Not only is he reputed to showcase his playmaking ability and orchestrate the Chelsea attack, he also has the knack to be at the right place at the right time and score the odd goal at a surprisingly
consistent rate for a midfielder. Jose Bosingwa is an addition bonus for the holding champions as he has overcome a hamstring problem.
Players still on the injury list for either team include:
Arsenal
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Thomas-Vermaelen-c35002 has still not overcome his Achilles condition and is expected to be on the sidelines till the end of January while Emmanuel Frimpong is a long term prospect due
to a Cruciate Knee Ligament problem.
Chelsea
Central defender Alex due to a leg injury along with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Yossi-Benayoun-c37520 who has an Achilles condition.
It is bound to be a fascinating encounter as the two heavyweights of England lock horns once again.
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