World Cup break

Because of the ridiculous decision to plonk a world cup smack bang in the middle of a football season, we now have a season like no other. It may become like two seasons within one. So out of the big 'players' who will this benefit and who could potentially be disadvantaged?

City- normally I would have said it makes no difference, we'll just bulldozer our way through regardless, however I think this may have come at a good time for us. We look a bit disjointed and haven't played well since the first half of the derby game. We normally put a decent post Xmas run together so, here's hoping.

Arsenal- this can't be good for them as they are on a roll and have great momentum. It will be interesting to see how they do after the WC, I hope they run us a close second as I like the job Arteta has done and they deserve to be back challenging.

Newcastle- the surprise package of the season so far. Tracking nicely at the minute but WC may have come at a bad time for them. Can see them dropping off in the new year but should be good for a top six finish

United- WC probably come at a bad time as they are looking solid and getting over the line even when they aren't at their best (Fulham for example). They need to get rid of the ladyboy, but I think in ETH they finally have a good manager who will get them back challenging and I think they are good for a top 4 finish.

Chelsea- not sure what to make of them? The honeymoon is over for Potter, be interesting to see if they back him long term or press the panic button. Can't see them getting top 4

Liverpool- I think they will be relieved at this break. Not playing anywhere near the form of last season. Still think they will go on a run in the new year and get top 4.