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Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by SamuelJayC Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:17 pm
Arsenal v Stoke City, Sunday 23rd October, 1.30pm, Premier League, Emirates Stadium
Squillaci's header won this fixture last season
Arsenal looking for back-to-back wins
Arsenal's 1-0 win over Stoke in February at the Emirates last season was the last time Arsenal have won back-to-back games (the previous game was a 2-0 win over Wolves). Since that win, the gunners have won just 5 of their 19 league fixtures. Sebastian Squillaci's first half header gave Arsenal the 3 points in a game that came just days before the infamous carling cup final defeat - Arsenal lost Cesc Fabregas and Theo Walcott to injuries in the game too.
Stoke squad now better than ever
Stoke City's summer signings - Peter Crouch, Wilson Palacios, Jonathan Woodgate, Matthew Upson and Cameron Jerome - have added strength in depth to an already combative squad. Stoke City rested several first team players on Thursday night against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the Europa League but still strolled to a 3-0 win at the Britannia Stadium. Arsenal have often struggled on journeys up north to Stoke but at the Emirates Arsenal have an immaculate record against the potters.
Arsenal win in France boosts confidence
Arsenal have now won 5 of the last 6 fixtures in all competitions following the 1-0 win at Marseille on Wednesday. Aaron Ramsey's 92nd minute at the Stade Veldorome put Arsenal top of their Champions League group and the gunners are in complete control of their destiny in Europe now. The performance in mid-week was far from great, and only livened up once Gervinho was introduced, but Rovin van Persie and Theo Walcott had chances to put Arsenal ahead before Ramsey's injury time winner. Laurent Koscielny's excellent performance in defence stood out.
Match Facts
* Stoke have managed just six shots on target and one goal (from a penalty) in three visits to the Emirates Stadium.
* Arsenal have scored in all seven matches against Stoke in all competitions since the Potters were promoted back to the Premier League.
* Stoke City have fired in fewer shots on target (21) than any other team in the Premier League and only Swansea (34%) have a worse shooting accuracy (36%).
* Robin van Persie has scored 23 goals in 25 Premier League games in 2011
* Stoke have scored the highest percentage of goals from set pieces in the top flight (67%) while Arsenal have scored the lowest percentage (8%).
* Stoke City have made the fewest passes under 35 yards (1799), while Arsenal have made the fewest passes over 35 yards (319).
* Robin van Persie has hit the woodwork 19 times since August 2008; five more than any other player and only five other players are in double figures.
* Stoke have never drawn a Premier League game away against a London club, winning three and losing 12 of their visits to the capital.
* Arsenal have used the joint-most players in this season’s Premier League (27), while only Aston Villa (19) have used fewer than Stoke City (20).
Team News
Arsenal
Carl Jenkinson (knee) joins Kieran Gibbs (stomach), Abou Diaby (ankle), Bacary Sagna (ankle), Thomas Vermaelen (ankle) and Jack Wilshere (ankle) on the injury list.
Stoke
Jermaine Pennant (hamstring) will have a late fitness test, but Ricardo Fuller (achilles) and Danny Higginbotham (knee) are out.
Manager's Views
Arsene Wenger
“Financially it means they have moved up. When you buy Crouch that means financially they have made a big effort. That means now they are in a different category of clubs, yes of course. They are a good team, especially offensively. Pennant, Etherington, Walters, Crouch, Jerome - offensively they have huge potential. They are always difficult at the back to beat because the back four is stable and doesn't push forward too much. They go for a more direct game, that's why it is difficult to get them out of position. But at home we have always done well against them and that is what we want to continue to do.”
Tony Pulis
"It was a smashing win (against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the Europa League on Thursday night). Scoring three goals, keeping a clean sheet and no injuries was important. And getting Kenwyne Jones through 90 minutes after his injury was fantastic. I made seven changes, but those who haven't been playing regularly have come in and their attitude has been spot-on once again."
Squillaci's header won this fixture last season
Arsenal looking for back-to-back wins
Arsenal's 1-0 win over Stoke in February at the Emirates last season was the last time Arsenal have won back-to-back games (the previous game was a 2-0 win over Wolves). Since that win, the gunners have won just 5 of their 19 league fixtures. Sebastian Squillaci's first half header gave Arsenal the 3 points in a game that came just days before the infamous carling cup final defeat - Arsenal lost Cesc Fabregas and Theo Walcott to injuries in the game too.
Stoke squad now better than ever
Stoke City's summer signings - Peter Crouch, Wilson Palacios, Jonathan Woodgate, Matthew Upson and Cameron Jerome - have added strength in depth to an already combative squad. Stoke City rested several first team players on Thursday night against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the Europa League but still strolled to a 3-0 win at the Britannia Stadium. Arsenal have often struggled on journeys up north to Stoke but at the Emirates Arsenal have an immaculate record against the potters.
Arsenal win in France boosts confidence
Arsenal have now won 5 of the last 6 fixtures in all competitions following the 1-0 win at Marseille on Wednesday. Aaron Ramsey's 92nd minute at the Stade Veldorome put Arsenal top of their Champions League group and the gunners are in complete control of their destiny in Europe now. The performance in mid-week was far from great, and only livened up once Gervinho was introduced, but Rovin van Persie and Theo Walcott had chances to put Arsenal ahead before Ramsey's injury time winner. Laurent Koscielny's excellent performance in defence stood out.
Match Facts
* Stoke have managed just six shots on target and one goal (from a penalty) in three visits to the Emirates Stadium.
* Arsenal have scored in all seven matches against Stoke in all competitions since the Potters were promoted back to the Premier League.
* Stoke City have fired in fewer shots on target (21) than any other team in the Premier League and only Swansea (34%) have a worse shooting accuracy (36%).
* Robin van Persie has scored 23 goals in 25 Premier League games in 2011
* Stoke have scored the highest percentage of goals from set pieces in the top flight (67%) while Arsenal have scored the lowest percentage (8%).
* Stoke City have made the fewest passes under 35 yards (1799), while Arsenal have made the fewest passes over 35 yards (319).
* Robin van Persie has hit the woodwork 19 times since August 2008; five more than any other player and only five other players are in double figures.
* Stoke have never drawn a Premier League game away against a London club, winning three and losing 12 of their visits to the capital.
* Arsenal have used the joint-most players in this season’s Premier League (27), while only Aston Villa (19) have used fewer than Stoke City (20).
Team News
Arsenal
Carl Jenkinson (knee) joins Kieran Gibbs (stomach), Abou Diaby (ankle), Bacary Sagna (ankle), Thomas Vermaelen (ankle) and Jack Wilshere (ankle) on the injury list.
Stoke
Jermaine Pennant (hamstring) will have a late fitness test, but Ricardo Fuller (achilles) and Danny Higginbotham (knee) are out.
Possible Starting XI's
Arsenal subs: Fabianski Squillaci Coquelin Rosicky Arshavin Benayoun Chamakh
Arsenal subs: Fabianski Squillaci Coquelin Rosicky Arshavin Benayoun Chamakh
Manager's Views
Arsene Wenger
“Financially it means they have moved up. When you buy Crouch that means financially they have made a big effort. That means now they are in a different category of clubs, yes of course. They are a good team, especially offensively. Pennant, Etherington, Walters, Crouch, Jerome - offensively they have huge potential. They are always difficult at the back to beat because the back four is stable and doesn't push forward too much. They go for a more direct game, that's why it is difficult to get them out of position. But at home we have always done well against them and that is what we want to continue to do.”
Tony Pulis
"It was a smashing win (against Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the Europa League on Thursday night). Scoring three goals, keeping a clean sheet and no injuries was important. And getting Kenwyne Jones through 90 minutes after his injury was fantastic. I made seven changes, but those who haven't been playing regularly have come in and their attitude has been spot-on once again."
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Raptorgunner Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:30 pm
Great preview Sam.
Must win match at home, wont be easy. I just hate this team and there is nothing better then beating them down like nothing and scoring few goals.
Must win match at home, wont be easy. I just hate this team and there is nothing better then beating them down like nothing and scoring few goals.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Sina Fri Oct 21, 2011 10:17 pm
Great job Sam
it seems Etherington is not at his best good luck to Johan anyway he is playing out of position
as you said its like blessing in disguise with JD we 'll have more height in defence
Per vs Crouch
hope per will keep him quiet
Crouch really troubled Ferdinand and Jones at Britannia
and with JD,Per,Kos,Song & RVP we should have enough to deal with their throw ins
do it properly lads
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*Coping with Stoke's Long Throw *
really hate them and want us to put them past so many goals but boring 1-0 without injury is acceptable
it seems Etherington is not at his best good luck to Johan anyway he is playing out of position
as you said its like blessing in disguise with JD we 'll have more height in defence
Per vs Crouch
hope per will keep him quietCrouch really troubled Ferdinand and Jones at Britannia
and with JD,Per,Kos,Song & RVP we should have enough to deal with their throw ins
do it properly lads
>>*Coping with Stoke's Long Throw *
really hate them and want us to put them past so many goals but boring 1-0 without injury is acceptable
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by beatrixasdfghjk. Sat Oct 22, 2011 12:06 am
Why's the Arsenal one shown twice?
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Sina Sat Oct 22, 2011 12:11 am
they are 2 vertical chalkboards that both compare Arsenal with others.
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Arsenal will have to end a disturbing trend if they're to convince critics that they're on the way back to the top four. They've lost all four Premier League games this season that have followed Champions League matches. They haven't won domestically after a European tie since last November.
LETS END THIS BLEEP RUN
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Arsenal will have to end a disturbing trend if they're to convince critics that they're on the way back to the top four. They've lost all four Premier League games this season that have followed Champions League matches. They haven't won domestically after a European tie since last November.
LETS END THIS BLEEP RUN
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by SamuelJayC Sat Oct 22, 2011 12:29 pm
Van Persie will be rested v Bolton on Tuesday in Carling Cup, not on Sunday in another must-win game.
We need him fit for Chelsea away next Saturday too.
We need him fit for Chelsea away next Saturday too.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by EL Patron Sat Oct 22, 2011 1:28 pm
can't wait to see Mertesacker against Crouch...what a sight 
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Wilson37 Sat Oct 22, 2011 4:13 pm
Tough tie.. But nowadays which tie isnt tough ?
We must manage to win.. Concerned about Djurou.. He just need to stay back and defend and dont think that he is playing RB... Time to give Walcott a rest or break.. Want Alex or Benayoun to start.. Also Rosicky should play a major part in this game..
We must manage to win.. Concerned about Djurou.. He just need to stay back and defend and dont think that he is playing RB... Time to give Walcott a rest or break.. Want Alex or Benayoun to start.. Also Rosicky should play a major part in this game..
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by JAY-Z Sat Oct 22, 2011 4:14 pm
Samuelj29060 wrote:Van Persie will be rested v Bolton on Tuesday in Carling Cup, not on Sunday in another must-win game.
We need him fit for Chelsea away next Saturday too.
Thats great if true!
Van Persie must play this game, he will win you this game
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by MJ Sat Oct 22, 2011 4:16 pm
ugh great. Rory Delap, the man with 44 assists from throw ins alone -.-
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Raptorgunner Sat Oct 22, 2011 6:13 pm
Mertesacker will have one hell of game, all those long throws wont work when he is playing.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by SamuelJayC Sat Oct 22, 2011 10:28 pm
Edited preview. None of you noticed the big error in the preview? Phew...
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by beatrixasdfghjk. Sat Oct 22, 2011 11:31 pm
Trying to find a cached version..
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by RealGunner Sun Oct 23, 2011 12:00 am
Samuelj29060 wrote:Edited preview. None of you noticed the big error in the preview? Phew...
lol what was it
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by RealGunner Sun Oct 23, 2011 12:19 am
i didnt spot anything wrong while reading it 
anywho
Tomorrow we all know whats going to happen. we will attack, they will defend, they will counter, win throw ins and corners and try to take the lead
if they take the lead, will will then starta cat n mouse game. Trying to get a goal in but their keeper will make amazing saves and deny everyone in the team.
If they dont take the lead we will continue pressing them and then get a goal in somewhere
Unless we score early on then it will be much more easy
I see us winning though.
anywho
Tomorrow we all know whats going to happen. we will attack, they will defend, they will counter, win throw ins and corners and try to take the lead
if they take the lead, will will then starta cat n mouse game. Trying to get a goal in but their keeper will make amazing saves and deny everyone in the team.
If they dont take the lead we will continue pressing them and then get a goal in somewhere
Unless we score early on then it will be much more easy
I see us winning though.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Raptorgunner Sun Oct 23, 2011 12:27 am
RealGunner wrote:i didnt spot anything wrong while reading it
anywho
Tomorrow we all know whats going to happen. we will attack, they will defend, they will counter, win throw ins and corners and try to take the lead
if they take the lead, will will then starta cat n mouse game. Trying to get a goal in but their keeper will make amazing saves and deny everyone in the team.
If they dont take the lead we will continue pressing them and then get a goal in somewhere
Unless we score early on then it will be much more easy
I see us winning though.
Yes exactly, if we score in the fist 10 min, I am sure we will blow them away. I have a feeling we will leave it late. I would not mind resting RVP and maybe bring him on if we need him in the second half.
This is a good game for Park to start, not sure he is even on the bench?
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by Sina Sun Oct 23, 2011 12:28 am
the only thing wrong that i noticed was that you used stoke squad now better than ever twice for two paragraphs but it wasnt big error so sth else?
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by Raptorgunner Sun Oct 23, 2011 3:45 am
sina90 wrote:the only thing wrong that i noticed was that you used stoke squad now better than ever twice for two paragraphs but it wasnt big error so sth else?
LOL, I don't read much on other teams preview. Now we now Samuel is human.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by boss Sun Oct 23, 2011 10:42 am
I have a feeling...them(stoke) gonna stroke our ****s and yeahh we gonna beat bla bla 4 sure. 
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by MJ Sun Oct 23, 2011 11:52 am
hahaha gross. let's hope we win and they don't attempt to sexually harass our players.
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Re: Arsenal v Stoke Preview
by djoe26 Sun Oct 23, 2011 12:37 pm
Arsenal: Szczesny, Djourou, Koscielny, Mertesacker, Andre Santos, Song (c), Arteta, Ramsey, Walcott, Gervinho, Chamakh.
Substitutes: Fabianski, Frimpong, Rosicky, Benayoun, Park, Van Persie.
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