Quicksand
Looking for Clues...
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- Nov 16, 2016
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Someone had to.
Friday before a massive game and we are not discussing this?
Anyway, Arsenal are in a vein of form, albeit without meeting any top six sides in their recent run. Their defence appears weakened by injuries, causing them to play Xhaka at left back last week. Unai Emery has restored belief and confidence in the team, and in his most recent clash with Klopp led his Seville side to victory in the Europa League final.
Liverpool are only four points ahead of the Gunners despite Arsenals perceived poor start. So this is a test. For me it's TAA VDV Gomez and Robertson in the back 4.
Gini and Fabinho in the deeper roles with Shaqiri, Salah and Mane just behind Firmino. The same 4-2-3-1 as last week, except Shaqiri replaces Lallana in the starting 11. The front 4 is obviously fluid as Firmino will drop behind the 3 to win back possession. This is a real test, more than the proverbial banana skin.
Some Gunners supporters and some pundits think Arsenal are playing a bit above their actual level and that this current run is really not indicative of their proper position. I am not so sure. I think they have the players and obviously the new manager will have a honeymoon period that they will respond to.
But they are not City or indeed Chelsea, and a proper meticulous approach should pay dividends. This needs heavy metal football and a bit of early high intensity. I predict goals, and 3 points in what could be nervy circumstances.
Friday before a massive game and we are not discussing this?
Anyway, Arsenal are in a vein of form, albeit without meeting any top six sides in their recent run. Their defence appears weakened by injuries, causing them to play Xhaka at left back last week. Unai Emery has restored belief and confidence in the team, and in his most recent clash with Klopp led his Seville side to victory in the Europa League final.
Liverpool are only four points ahead of the Gunners despite Arsenals perceived poor start. So this is a test. For me it's TAA VDV Gomez and Robertson in the back 4.
Gini and Fabinho in the deeper roles with Shaqiri, Salah and Mane just behind Firmino. The same 4-2-3-1 as last week, except Shaqiri replaces Lallana in the starting 11. The front 4 is obviously fluid as Firmino will drop behind the 3 to win back possession. This is a real test, more than the proverbial banana skin.
Some Gunners supporters and some pundits think Arsenal are playing a bit above their actual level and that this current run is really not indicative of their proper position. I am not so sure. I think they have the players and obviously the new manager will have a honeymoon period that they will respond to.
But they are not City or indeed Chelsea, and a proper meticulous approach should pay dividends. This needs heavy metal football and a bit of early high intensity. I predict goals, and 3 points in what could be nervy circumstances.