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The Squillaci and Koscielny partnership statistically makes for uncomfortable reading and I do not think it is coincidence that they have shipped far more goals than any other combination. That is not to say that they cannot improve but I guess we could do without the teething problems until that time. Wolves at the Emirates shouldn't be a game to fear for our defenders if we approach the game in the

We are talking about a man who was 'attacked' by Dan Smith for it seems, no reason. He had his ankle shattered and has still suffered as a result of that injury. We are talking about a man who had studs from Paul Robinson high in his leg without a foul being given. We are talking about a man who had his ankle stamped on by Michael Essien at Stamford Bridge, given his lack of playing time this season due to injury that is quite a few assaults from players and I am sure I have missed out a few more

Well after all, it is THE Barclays Premier League, “supposedly” THE best premier league in the world, attracting some, if not all of the world’s best players, some very good teams, boasting of a top 5 or 6 (very unlike a top two Messi-Ronaldo blessed La Liga) etc. Why the heck shouldn’t it be? Have I gone off on a tangent? Definitely yes, maybe no. What the heck, I just figured it. It is the massive disappointment, after the game

Like I have already eluded to earlier, I expect Diaby to be a key figure in our performance. A player who can pull out an amazing piece of skill which will open up 10 yards of space and then misplace his next pass from five yards away. Usually the latter only happens when he is not quite up to speed and perhaps he isn't at his sharpest yet but mistakes should be limited as his role maybe a little simplified

I am very pleased for Koscielny, a player that I have taken under my wing as one of my favourite players since watching his display in the first Emirates cup game. He has obviously had to adapt to the English game and he has made a few mistakes along the way, but he is finding his feet superbly and

Cesc Fabregas had a few chances but he is still to find his shooting boots. He is dragging shots wide that found the bottom corner last season. He is snatching at chances that he slotted into corners last

So what about Liverpool FC? Who have been in the shit for spending far too much money under Rafa Benitez. A good chance to save the cash for the summer, when more targets come available and the price comes down. A chance to invest well around the squad with at least four players young enoughg to improve and add real quality all over the pitch. Surely they have learnt from previous mismanagement and they can now restructure their transfer policy. No? Well it appears that only Arsenal fans are used to intelligent financial management, but this cannot be said for

The Russian has some big shoes to fill but if he can find his best form then he is fully capable of stepping up to the plate and producing the goods. Nasri was very important to the team because of his link up with Cesc and Van Persie, so it will be interesting to see how Arshavin plays with his creative

It was only a matter of time before they scored a deserved equaliser and I was certainly not at all surprised when it came. It was no smash and grab goal either, Manuel Almunia, in goal for the first time since West Brom at home made an amazing flying save to deny Lee moments earlier

He may not be everyone's cup of tea but Abou Diaby still remains one of my favourite players. A player with fantastic ability and has the ability to completely dominate midfield battles. Patience may well be required as Diaby is often quite a slow starter after injury, his West Brom performance earlier in the