Huge game for us at the weekend, quite possibly a must win if we are going to have any chance of catching those in the top 4. A loss would surely put a nail in the coffin to any remaining hopes we have. I'm slightly more optimistic after our performance going forward against Everton and it will be interesting to see how the new boys cope with the better opposition and hostile atmosphere at Wembley.
Just wanted to gather your thoughts as to what you would do/what you think Wenger will do with the midfield against Spurs. Xhaka will obviously play, so would you bring Wilshere back or keep Ramsey in the centre after his hat trick at the weekend. Personally I would rather see Wilshere back in the centre and push Ramsey further forward replacing Iwobi. Something like:
Xhaka-------Wilshere
Ozil ---------Mhiki ---------Ramsey
That 3 is pretty interchangeable and Auba's pace going forward is enough to negate the lack of it from those behind him. For me Wilshere has to come back in, he controls the game better, offers slightly more defensive protection than Ramsey and will be up for it away to Spurs. Admittedly there is a lack of width there, although you could argue this comes from our full backs anyway.
Thoughts?
Midfield for Spurs
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Spurs are scared silly of Aubameyang and co
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We’ve played against him twice already and won both games. Wouldn’t say we are scared of him tbh
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<cough> 4 times in the past 2 seasons, winning 2, losing 2 <cough>
Auba scoring 4 goals of those games.
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Spurs are scared silly of Aubameyang and co
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We’ve played against him twice already and won both games. Wouldn’t say we are scared of him tbh
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<cough> 4 times in the past 2 seasons, winning 2, losing 2 <cough>
Auba scoring 4 goals of those games.
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<Cough> 3 seasons
posted on 6/2/18
Id want Xhaka dropping as I think he is the weak link in midfield that puts the defence under far more pressure than necessary. Wilshere can play the deep play maker role and still give more cover to the defence.
posted on 6/2/18
It's a NLD. Wilshere HAS to play. Probably our only player whom really know the meaning and importance of that game.
posted on 6/2/18
The Tottenham rabble are getting far too cocky. They have forgotten their place.
Let's see the damage we can do.
posted on 6/2/18
Really hope you smash the spüdds
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Spurs are scared silly of Aubameyang and co
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And rightfully so.
posted on 7/2/18
Envious Leeds fan here. Perfect storm for the Gunners. Chelsea will drop out of the top four, leaving two places between you, Liverpool and Spurs. Spurs will not be looking forward to facing the best midfield in the country and a striker who can match Kane stride for stride.
The real business though is the UEFA Cup, surely the easiest way to the Champions League next year. Only problem is that a top four berth and/or the UEFA Cup will keep Wenger in situ for another season.
Be positive, Gooners, it's not like you just appointed Paul Heckingbottom as Coach.