The team visit a ground that has left such a mental scar for many fans around the world and probably some of the players and given the negativity surrounding the club with unsettled players it could be one of the worst grounds to have to visit on an opening day. But that depends on which glasses you are peering through. A solid and convincing team display and victory could wipe the slate clean for the players to take part, a chance to unlock the shackles that are attached to certain players who will not
I can understand why Wenger kept Cesc on the pitch even though he was well below his usual high standards. Wenger knows that one moment of vision or timing of run into the box could lead to a goal but it just did not happen
As talented as our ball players are, and we have many who can play out in wide areas, Theo's movement, pace and finishing is vital in this Arsenal team. His sixth of the season having missed a large chunk through injury
Wojciech Szczesny has been itching in his pants for a first team start, so much so that he couldn't help but to shout out in frustration in recent weeks about his lack of pitch time. With Wenger sending Mannone on loan to Hull City, it is Szczesny's chance to show what he can do and become our cup keeper. He spoke very well in his pre match interview and said that nerves will not be a problem as he does not suffer from them. Good lad