Arsenal vs. http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Liverpool-c39809 preview, English Premier League
Liverpool will travel to the Emirates Stadium to take on a depleted Arsenal squad in the second week of the new English Premier League season. Both sides got off to a disappointing start in the new campaign, with both their respective fixtures ending in
a draw. While the Reds drew 1-1 against Sunderland at Anfield, Arsenal barely managed a point at St. James’ Park against Newcastle United in a goalless draw.
They will be looking to put the disappointing week behind them with a win today, especially since Manchester United and Manchester City both managed to win last week. If their previous clashes are anything to go by then one can expect a highly explosive
match at the Emirates Stadium today, with their fixture last season ending in a draw.
Team News
Arsenal
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger not only has injury problems, he has one of his new signings missing due to suspension. http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-Song-c4804 were both sent off against the Magpies for their rows with Joey Barton and will now serving a three match ban. The
Ivory Coast international is amongst the many players who will not be available for selection today.
While the Gunners are still getting used to former captain Cesc Fabregas’ imminent departure to La Liga giants http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604, they are preparing for Samir Nasri’s transfer to Manchester City. The Frenchman has been linked with a big money move to the Eastlands,
but Wenger has denied the rumours and insisted the midfielder would remain with the London club.
Wenger said in an interview:
“He’s in contention.
He’s a professional. You do your http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Job-c18684 until the last day of your life at the club. I never questioned his love for this club. He will cope with the reaction of fans, don’t worry.”
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Abou-Diaby-c3453 are sidelined with ankle injuries, while Tomas Rosicky has a thigh injury. The trio will not be present for the crucial clash against Liverpool, and are not expected back any time soon. During their absence, Wenger has announced
the debut for youngster Ryo Miyaichi, the 18-year-old Japanese winger.
Liverpool
Kenny Dalglish is expected to start January transfer window signings Luis Suarez and Andy Carroll up front, with the Uruguayan striker playing a major role in the Reds attack. Former Newcastle United forward, Carroll, performed well against Sunderland which
is why he will most likely be given a start against the Gunners today.
The 22-year-old English forward revealed he was looking forward to finding the back of the net for his side against the Gunners. Carroll has not had too much luck with scoring goals, having scored just one goal in six appearances for Liverpool. He hopes
to change things today against Arsenal, having had decent form in the first fixture of the new season.
Carroll said while speaking to reporters:
“It is going to take everyone a little while to get together; we want a little bit more and we want to get a few more goals but we all think that it is there.
Now we have got the next game (at http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Arsenal-c38429) to look forward to.”
This means http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Steven-Gerrard-c34196 will be supporting his side from the stands since he is out until September with a groin infection. The likes of
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alberto-Aquilani-c4313 have been left out of the squad.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Fabio-c13152 Aurelio all missed the opening home against Sunderland and look set to miss the trip to Arsenal. The defenders are all sidelined with various injuries and are expected to return in a few weeks. Despite the injuries,
Dalglish won’t be too worried since he has more than adequate replacements brought in during the transfer window and a more than impressive bench.
Possible line-ups
Arsenal
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Robin-van-Persie-c31380.
Liverpool
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Jordan-Henderson-c19102, Stuart Downing; Luis Suarez, Andy Carroll.
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