Fabregas, Wenger: We cannot drop points today
| Date | Time | C | Opponent | F | A | R | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | 3:00 PM | P | Wolverhampton Wanderers (A) | 4 | 1 | Win |  |
Captain Francesc Fabregas has urged his team mates to focus on their task against Wolverhampton Wanderers, saying that it is imperative that the team do not drop points today.
The Gunners are on a mini unbeaten run, 12 in all competitions, and with leaders Chelsea and Manchester United playing each other tomorrow, it is an opportunity for Arsenal to move closer to either of them.
Fabregas said: "We will have to be at our best as usual because today there are no small teams in the Premier League, everyone makes it difficult if you are not up for it, so we will have to be motivated to beat them.
"It is noticeable that the 'big four' teams have lost a number of matches so far between them. In my opinion, that is better for the league because it means other teams are improving.
"Everyone is striving to be better and that is making it difficult for the top teams.
"Maybe we are seeing teams throughout the division playing a little more football and trying to make passing combinations.
"We should never forget that people pay a lot of money to watch football and do not want to see players just kicking the ball up into the air.
"I know it is difficult to play one-twos and things like that, but you have to try your best to make the game attractive because people pay to see good football."
Manager Arsène Wenger agreed with his captain, saying that nothing but 100 per cent focus against Wolves was required of his young charges.
The Frenchman says that it is important that the team do not underestimate their opponents, as every game in the Premier League is a tough one.
Wenger said: "You know when you go to Wolves you will have tough opponents, a team who will give absolutely everything.
"They also have quality to come back in the Premier League, they did that from 2-0 down at Stoke.
"Mick McCarthy knew already what would be expected in the Premier League and that is why they are doing well.
"The season is about grabbing opportunities. We have tried to prepare well, focus well and take our chance.
"What we know now is we have the potential to do well, so let's take care of our attitude, humility and ambition.
"Then I believe we have a big part to play in the league."
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| Statistic | Wolves | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 38% | 62% |
| Shots (on target) | 7 (1) | 13 (5) |
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Corners | 4 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 0 |
| Offside | 1 | 8 |
| Booked | 2 | 3 |
| Sent-off | 0 | 0 |
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| 1 | Manuel Almunia | ||||
| 2 | Abou Diaby | ||||
| 3 | Bacary Sagna | ||||
| 4 | Cesc Fabregas |  |
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| 5 | Thomas Vermaelen | ||||
| 7 | Tomas Rosicky |  |
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| 8 | Samir Nasri | |
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| 9 | Eduardo | ||||
| 10 | Robin van Persie | ||||
| 10 | William Gallas |  |
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| 16 | Aaron Ramsey | ||||
| 17 | Alex Song | |
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| 23 | Andrey Arshavin | |
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| 28 | Kieran Gibbs | |
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