Why Wenger may spend big, defence of players & Punching above our weight
These last few games which are fresh in the memories of many will say that Abou Diaby has been below par, when we have needed a big performance, we haven't got it. This is true, he could have been better but let us not forget the positive displays which far outweigh the bad ones
Charles N'Zogbia, a player who could rival Obafemi Martins for the player most linked with Arsenal awards, played a one-two with Watson and saw the whites of Fabianski's eyes but his shot was tame and too obvious
I have been very impressed. A tough tackling tenacious midfielder who is calm on the ball and passes very well. A typical Wenger play if you like and I am sure he will be pushing Alex Song and Denilson in a few years time
The squad isn’t big enough in terms of depth and quality. Arsenal injury woes to let them down every season, in big games and crunch times. Next season may not be any better with the WC
It is easy to say that all the other players should display his passion and leadership qualities but the truth of the matter is that some players are natural leaders whilst others are not. It is unlikely that a side will have a whole squad full of leaders who know how to drive others on
Robin Van Persie is back in the squad but is likely to take a seat next to Arsene Wenger on the bench while Nicklas Bendtner who picked up the groin injury that ruled him out for a large chunk of the season