The big one is this weekend but first order of business, dispatch Celtic. Unfortunately Cesc Fabregas would not be available for this game. The young Arsenal captain has been inspirational this season and he has returned to the form he showed at the start of the 2007/2008 season.
Wenger is considering playing Aaron Ramsey in his place and it would be a big opportunity for him if he is picked for this game. Aaron Ramsey is quite different from Cesc Fabregas, the way he plays reminds me of Steven Gerrard. He is very mobile, a decent passer and he isn't afraid to take a punt from distance. A few other young players should also get their chance in this game and hopefully they would not disappoint.
The game should still be more of a formality considering the result Arsenal picked up at Celtic park. However Celtic have not given up all hope in this game (or at least that is what the players say to the media). Celtic defender Gary Cadwell thinks if they can nick one goal, it would change the whole complexion of the game. He also says they would be physical and try and bully Arsenal, hopefully the boys would be ready for whatever Celtic trow at them.
The defenders have to be very professional in this game unlike last weekend when their sloppiness gave portsmouth a few opportunities and a glimmer of hope. Although the defence has visibly improved from last season, Arsenal have only kept one clean sheet this season and ironically it was against Celtic. On the other end, Arsenal have been scoring goals for fun with 12 goals in the first 3 games of the season. If Arsenal can score against Celtic, the tie would be over anyway because Celtic would have a mountain to climb. I am really looking forward to this game especially as some of the youngsters would have a chance to shine in this one.
Wenger is considering playing Aaron Ramsey in his place and it would be a big opportunity for him if he is picked for this game. Aaron Ramsey is quite different from Cesc Fabregas, the way he plays reminds me of Steven Gerrard. He is very mobile, a decent passer and he isn't afraid to take a punt from distance. A few other young players should also get their chance in this game and hopefully they would not disappoint.
The game should still be more of a formality considering the result Arsenal picked up at Celtic park. However Celtic have not given up all hope in this game (or at least that is what the players say to the media). Celtic defender Gary Cadwell thinks if they can nick one goal, it would change the whole complexion of the game. He also says they would be physical and try and bully Arsenal, hopefully the boys would be ready for whatever Celtic trow at them.
The defenders have to be very professional in this game unlike last weekend when their sloppiness gave portsmouth a few opportunities and a glimmer of hope. Although the defence has visibly improved from last season, Arsenal have only kept one clean sheet this season and ironically it was against Celtic. On the other end, Arsenal have been scoring goals for fun with 12 goals in the first 3 games of the season. If Arsenal can score against Celtic, the tie would be over anyway because Celtic would have a mountain to climb. I am really looking forward to this game especially as some of the youngsters would have a chance to shine in this one.
I think if Ramsey is played, then celtic might be a less physical underestimating aaron.. which would be good for the lad!!
ReplyDeletebut i wouldnt agree that the big one is this saturday!! i think this is the big one!! each time we play a match we should consider it as a big one if we want to win the silverware this season!
Cheerio,
Yogesh