PL: Manchester City Vs Arsenal | Wednesday June 17th | KO: 20:15 GMT | Sky Sports

[OnlyOne]

Midfield probably a bit too open but guess that will be the case no matter what we do.

Key will be to find an efficient way to counter-attack consistently.

I liked what Emery did with Auba and Pepe against Liverpool, so would try to replicate that and go with 3 at the back, something like this:

Leno
Sokratis Luiz Mari
Bellerin Xhaka Ceballos Saka
Özil
Pepe Auba
​

Willock is a good ball-carrier so he could be a good option instead of Özil in this case.

Yes, let's play a formation Arteta has never used!! Good thinking!!!

 

[Furious]

Yes, let's play a formation Arteta has never used!! Good thinking!!!

The players are all familar with the formation you numpty. Besides the way we attack with Xhaka building from the left is similar anyway.

 

[Riou]

Would love to see Niles in midfield for this, just for something different, give us some energy in there.

Expecting Xhaka and Ceballos though and a heavy loss really, wish we didn't have to play this game.

 

[OnlyOne]

The players are all familar with the formation you numpty. Besides the way we attack with Xhaka building from the left is similar anyway.

I'm sure it's probably a good idea, but I just can't imagine it would happen.

 

[Red London]

Would love to see Niles in midfield for this, just for something different, give us some energy in there.

Expecting Xhaka and Ceballos though and a heavy loss really, wish we didn't have to play this game.

I'm very content with having this game at this time. Lots of benefits to it in my opinion.

Firstly, it gives us a small shot of winning against them due to the scenario it will be played in.

Secondly, even if we lose, its a good game to have had as our first game back as a) we would have lost anyway so its a free spin and b) they are an extremely competitive side to practice against.

 

[Fewtch]

Midfield probably a bit too open but guess that will be the case no matter what we do.

Key will be to find an efficient way to counter-attack consistently.

I liked what Emery did with Auba and Pepe against Liverpool, so would try to replicate that and go with 3 at the back, something like this:

Leno
Sokratis Luiz Mari
Bellerin Ceballos Xhaka Saka
Özil
Pepe Auba
​

Willock is a good ball-carrier so he could be a good option instead of Özil in this case.

Wolves did the double over them with 3 atb and pace on the wings and iirc they struggled against Sheffield utd as well. I wouldn’t be surprised if Arteta tried something similar.

 

[Furious]

Wolves did the double over them with 3 atb and pace on the wings and iirc they struggled against Sheffield utd as well. I wouldn’t be surprised if Arteta tried something similar.

True. Was just looking at games they've lost points in. United beat them with 3 at the back too.

Yeah Arteta knows them better than anybody. Will be interesting to see how he aproaches it actually.

 

[The White Pelè]

Why do you think we are getting thrashed? Nobody knows how both teams are gonna performs after 3 months.

 

[OnlyOne]

Why do you think we are getting thrashed? Nobody knows how both teams are gonna performs after 3 months.

Need I remind you all the times Arsenal fans have shown a touch of optimism and got battered?

 

[Riou]

Normally I don't like posting defeats, but just found this one...


...thought a 6-3 was harsh on us here, but some of Giroud's misses in that second half ffs

 

[Taylor Gang Gunners]

Is this a matchday thread? Do my eyes deceive me?

Not expecting a result here. But let me tell you, an away win vs City makes lockdown worth it.

Gabi. Bukayo. Guen..


LET’S GO!!

 

[rich 1990]

Normally I don't like posting defeats, but just found this one...


...thought a 6-3 was harsh on us here, but some of Giroud's misses in that second half ffs

Your videos are starting to piss me off

 

[The White Pelè]

@OnlyOne, you are right, we have a slim chance to win against them, but who knows after 3 months.

 

[Riou]

Your videos are starting to piss me off

When was the last time you were truly happy?

 

[OnlyOne]

I'd take a 2-0 loss.

 

[OnlyOne]

When was the last time you were truly happy?

Only time I've seen Richard smile is when he's curled up in bed with me.

 

[rich 1990]

When was the last time you were truly happy?

It was about 7 years ago. I saw an old woman fall over.

 

[Riou]

Only time I've seen Richard smile is when he's curled up in bed with me.

You have a nice way of making your partner feel important and appreciated, I respect that.

 

[rich 1990]

Only time I've seen Richard smile is when he's curled up in bed with me.

How could I fit in your cot ffs.

 

[hydrofluoric acid]

It was about 7 years ago. I saw an old woman fall over.

I think there are moments of happiness with you when you read some of my posts!