Arsenal could welcome back Emmanuel Eboue ahead of schedule from a knee problem for the Carling Cup quarter-final against Wigan at Emirates Stadium.

Centre-half Sebastien Squillaci picked up a minor knee problem during Saturday's win at Aston Villa and captain Cesc Fabregas (hamstring) remains sidelined along with Abou Diaby (ankle) and Thomas Vermaelen (Achilles).

Robin van Persie, Theo Walcott and Nicklas Bendtner could all feature having been unused substitutes at Villa Park, while manager Arsene Wenger must decide whether to recall fit-again goalkeeper Manuel Almunia or give young Pole Wojciech Szczesny another chance.

Wenger has called on Arsenal fans to "keep faith'' in his vision as he looks to guide the young Gunners into the semi-finals of the Carling Cup.

The 4-2 victory at Aston Villa on Saturday avoided a third straight defeat, following on from the bitter disappointment of blowing a two-goal lead as arch-rivals Tottenham fought back to win the north London derby at Emirates Stadium and then going down 2-0 in Braga to leave Champions League qualification not yet assured.

Those performances once again had pundits and supporters alike questioning Arsenal's backbone and ability to turn potential into silverware.

Wenger, though, maintains his side have the quality needed to come good in the end as they look to secure a first trophy since the 2005 FA Cup by staying on course for Wembley with victory.

"For over two months we have played every three days, and part of that is sometimes you have ups and downs. It is how you respond to that,'' Wenger told Arsenal TV Online.

"The problem at the moment is that when these kind of things happen, everybody is emphasising the negative sides.''

Wenger declared: "I am still quite optimistic, even if disappointed by the results.

"I have no major reason to doubt the team and the players, so even if my disappointment was huge, maybe that is why I am less down than many people because I see all the positive signs which are in my team.

"I am confident on the longer-term, like it is a marathon, that will all come out - keep with us, and keep faith with the team.

"I know their attitude is spot on, I know they have the quality - and we will not always lose games where the opponent only has one shot on goal.''

Antolin Alcaraz returns from a one-match suspension for Wigan.

Hugo Rodallega remains unavailable as he serves the second instalment of a three-game ban, while on-loan Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley is not eligible to play under the terms of his season-long deal.

Gary Caldwell (thigh), Emmerson Boyce (hamstring) and James McCarthy (ankle) remain on the sidelines.

Roberto Martinez has revealed his plan to make Wigan the Arsenal of the north.

Latics manager Martinez will .aim to get the better of the man whose footballing philosophy he is trying to emulate: Arsene Wenger.

Martinez is an arch-disciple of Gunners boss Wenger's entire approach to management, chiefly of the Frenchman's record of bringing through young players during his 14 years at the helm.

"I think developing players is key for a football club and, as we all know, for the nation,'' said Martinez.

"And I think it's a clear model that has produced outstanding talent and is carrying on doing that.

"That's been a great example throughout football and for many people to follow.

"To have the ideas very clear, to have those strong beliefs, they bring you success.

"It's quite clear that it's someone who started a model and football in general has benefited from that work".

always include the kick-off time in match threads,pls

They better take dis match serious o.i need a trophy so bad this season.make i just silence all dis critics.wenger plz no almunia yet o.

Nothing less than 2-0 for the GUNNERS

@dipo2much. Please do help edit and add time for the match

Na november still be this o, but anyhow no wahala cos we're coming out tops.

Up Gunners.

Game on. Semi final for sure

Arsenal please score now. Good News: Man Utd is losing 1-0

West Ham are 2 goals up, Arsenal please respond to this. We must win Carling Cup

We lead 1-0
Not a great performance.
We seem slightly unbalanced by the choice of players.
Vela,Bendtner,Theo and RVP all on the pitch at the same time
Anyone watching Robin Van Persie
Out of the world footie by HIM
The Scummies are losing by 0-2

Yes yes Arsenal, looks like Carling Cup is coming

HNIC:

We lead 1-0
Not a great performance.
We seem slightly unbalanced by the choice of players.
Vela,Bendtner,Theo and RVP all on the pitch at the same time
Anyone watching Robin Van Persie
Out of the world footie by HIM
The Scummies are losing by 0-2

It is cold. Snow dey fall, etc lol.

Walcott playing as a "winger", Vela upfront and Rvp Behind Vela as a form of SS I think lol.  Bendtner erm dunno lol.

RvP is freaking awesome mehn.

Now, with one goal up, I honestly do not feel comfortable.  Wigan will try and hit us hard now. I just pray we can hold on tight as I do not feel comfortable till final whistle is blown.

folahann:

Yes yes Arsenal, looks like Carling Cup is coming

Don't be too sure. Last three matches should be a lesson to learn from.

These guys neede to watch Nzogbia

1-0 Arsenal leads thanks to an own goal.

Hehehehe
The scummies are being torn apart 3-0

Great!
Nic makes it 2-0
A typical Arsenal goal

YES! We are cruising here. Arsenal don win carling cup (yes we like it) 2-0

4-0 man u losing

Now no amount of extra mins will save man u lol.

ElRazur:

Now no amount of extra mins will save man u lol.

Disgrace!

Arsenal make us proud.

chelseabmw:

r u serious?wow

Yes

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West Ham   4 - 0   Man Utd
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Tuesday, 30 November 2010

Carling Cup
Home Team Score Away Team Time
West Ham 4-0 Man Utd L


   * Spector 22
   * Spector 37
   * Cole 56
   * Cole 66

I really enjoy how Man U is losing, a friend on twitter says Bebe is a waste of Jersey and space

How many chances Arsenal don miss now? How theo take miss that one? If we lose I go vex o.

I just hope Arsenal won't let us down when it matters must in this competition

ElRazur:

How many chances Arsenal don miss now? How theo take miss that one? If we lose I go vex o.

Vela needs to be more ruthless in front of goal and forget the fancy footwork
However can we play a 4-4-2 anytime van Persie plays?
Did you see those flick ons?

For god sake. See Nasir!

Pitch invasion by fans. idddddioottts.

Semis here we come.