Defence:
There is nothing to take away from Arsenal’s Polish shot-stopper Wojciech Szczęsny who although have had nothing to do in the last couple of matches, has been brilliant in the few times he has been made to work and Szczesny will continue in the goal. However, the back four might see Gibbs returning to the starting berth replacing Nacho Monreal who started in the Champions League game.
The Spaniard had a good game against the French side, but Wenger prefers the English man ahead of Monreal. Elsewhere, Sagna, Mertesacker and Koscielny should retain their starting berth.
Midfielders:
With Arteta and Flamini both available, it will be interesting to see what Wenger does this time around. Arteta having picked up a knock against the Saints last week, was made to start from the bench against Marseille, while Flamini and Ramsey did a good job in his absence. However, Wenger prefers Arteta ahead of the French man and should take his place back in the starting line-up alongside Aaron Ramsey while Flamini might be pushed to the bench. And Ozil despite his poor outings in the last couple of games should start in the no.10 role.
Forwards:
Giroud scored two goals against Southampton last week, but looked tired in the Champions League game. However, with no recognized backup, expect the French International to spearhead Arsenal’s attack.
Elsewhere on the wings, Wenger will have another problem to sort out. While Theo Walcott has returned from his injury and made to start from the bench in the last two games, Jack Wilshere’s mammoth performance and two wonderful goals against Marseille should earn him a place ahead of the speedster who can be used as an impact sub later in the second half. Santi Cazorla will return to the starting berth and should take his position on the left side of the attack.
