Arsenal is set to face Bournemouth at Emirates in their last game of November. This game is a low-profile considering the games they have been playing since the start of this month.
However, Gunners know that they have to win all three points against Bournemouth as the team has lost a bit of momentum despite maintaining a 18-game unbeaten streak across all competitions.
Arsenal has failed to win any of their last three games as they have lost crucial points which keep them three points adrift of leaders Chelsea. While a draw against PSG have ensured, Arsenal are on course to finish in second place in the group.
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Arsenal
Striker Perez continues to miss as he is still recovering from knee injury while Hector Bellerin, Santi Cazorla also continue their rehabilitation. Long-term absentees Per Mertesacker and Danny Welbeck are also ruled out.
Bournemouth
Jordan Ibe will miss the game due to illness while Boruc and Surman are doubtful for the game as they are facing a race against time to be fit for the big game. Long term absentee Cook continues his recovery. Loanee Jack Wilshere will also not be available for the team as per the loan terms.
What did the managers say?
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger: “I believe we have to find our game back. We didn’t lose but if you do not create, that will not last.
“It’s important that we find our simplicity, speed and pacy combinations back.
“We missed that fluency, and that security in our decision-making that made us dangerous in the final third a little bit. That is what is at stake for us.”
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe about Jack Wilshere: “He will be a big miss for us. I feel Jack has got better each week.
“When I look back at the last game against Stoke, he was excellent for us and was the key link between midfield and attack.
“Also his defensive displays for me have been superb and are undervalued, how good he is without the ball, how clever he is with the positions he takes up to protect our midfield.”
Key Stats:
- Arsenal have met Bournemouth thrice so far and have won all the three fixtures comfortably
- Bournemouth are yet to score a goal against Arsenal
- Bournemouth have hit woodwork 13 times so far this season which is the most for any side.
- Olivier Giroud has scored seven goals from eight shots on target in his last eight Premier League appearances.
Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 Bournemouth
Kick-Off Time: November 27, 2016 (19:45 IST)