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Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by khanye(m): 7:08pm On Mar 08, 2010 |
After a controversial first leg in which the Dragoes grabbed a 2-1 advantage, the Gunners will try to turn the tables on the Portuguese back in London Mental Test Arsenal host Porto on Tuesday night facing a deficit against the Dragoes that came about in a much-discussed manner. Not only did goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski have an evening to forget at the Estadio do Dragao, so too did referee Martin Hansson, whose handling of the Sol Campbell backpass incident that led to the second goal was the subject of intense scrutiny in the English press. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger certainly wasn’t pleased about the manner in which his side’s defeat came about and has work to do to rectify the situation in the English capital this week. The temperament of the Emirates club has been examined closely in the past, but this term Arsenal have largely managed to bounce back from significant set-backs. Despite losing to Chelsea and Manchester United twice apiece in the league, they’ve shown fine consistency against the weaker Premier League teams to stay firmly in the title race. Such a mentality is needed come Tuesday if they are to move through to the quarter-finals of Europe’s elite competition. Boasting a perfect record on home soil in the Champions League this season, and having won each of those encounters by at least two goals, the English side remain favourites to progress, despite their handicap. TEAM NEWS Arsenal Cesc Fabregas remains a significant worry for Arsene Wenger, though the Frenchman has indicated his willingness to take a risk on the Spaniard, who is both the club’s leading scorer and leading assist maker this season. Sol Campbell will be available for the Gunners, but William Gallas faces another evening of frustration as he is consigned to the sidelines once more. Kieran Gibbs, Johan Djourou and Robin van Persie all remain long-term worries, as too does the unfortunate Aaron Ramsey. Probable Starting XI: Almunia; Sagna, Vermaelen, Campbell, Clichy; Diaby, Song, Fabregas; Nasri, Eduardo, Arshavin Porto Several players were rested at the weekend in preparation for this encounter, including midfielder Raul Meireles and centre-back Rolando. Holding midfielder Fernando is out with an injury, while the travellers will also be shorn of Ernesto Farias and Orlando Sa. Diego Valeri is ineligible. Probable Starting XI: Helton; Fucile, Bruno Alves, Rolando, Pereira; Belluschi, Costa, Meireles; Hulk, Falcao, Mariano GOAL |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by teeblaq1: 10:44am On Mar 09, 2010 |
Go Arsenal . . . . |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 4:25pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Just too bad FAB4 aint playing - but as long as we've got diaby on the pitch (the perfect UCL fantasy player - he's never had a bad game in Europe) it's gonna be just fine for the gunners Song's back, so no probs in central defence AA23, TV5, Nasri, Rosky, all available - nothing spoil GO GUNNERS!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 4:29pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Just too bad FAB4 aint playing - but as long as we've got diaby on the pitch (the perfect UCL fantasy player - he's never had a bad game in Europe) it's gonna be just fine for the gunners Song's back, so no probs in central defence AA23, TV5, Nasri, Rosky, all available - nothing spoil GO GUNNERS!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by scantee(m): 7:38pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
FG 4 is confirmed. he is fit. UEFA.com |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by scantee(m): 7:41pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Cesc was substituted during the 3-1 win over Burnley with a hamstring injury. He will not face Porto. "Cesc is ruled out for tomorrow's game,” said Wenger on Monday. “He has a hamstring problem and we could not even take a gamble with him. "I was hoping [he would recover] after the game because we were cautious with him. He was not adamant about coming out of the team but still he has damaged his hamstring and we cannot take a gamble on him." http://www.arsenal.com/news/injury-news |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 8:49pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Match begins See Bendtner just chomping on gum - who does he think he is- Sir Alex |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 8:56pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Goooooooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaalllllllll Bendtner & chances on saturday, no goal Tonite, 1t chance - 1st goal to the gunners!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by scantee(m): 8:57pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Empty cabinet must go down tonit |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by dominique(f): 9:01pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
be lyk say bendtner don open his eyes since last weekend's match. . .meanwhile Nasri |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 9:03pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Dunno about you, but sagna's game is so predictable Oh well, s long as its effective, |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 9:05pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
See my skippo for bench oo - e just dey like big boss |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 9:12pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
gooooooooooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaalllllll Bendtner again!!! Wetin e chop sef Arshavin is just DA BOMB!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by dominique(f): 9:13pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
BENTDNER!!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by ikeyman00(m): 9:19pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 9:22pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Me thinks B52 went to Popeye for some spinach |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eddiebomba(m): 9:30pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Goodness 2-footed from Bendtner - coulda been a red card Half time - 2-0 to the arsenal |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:08pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Prince Nas scores the best goal I've seen this year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eyoniggar(m): 10:09pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Porto's liver has been slashed by a samurai's sword. |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by eyoniggar(m): 10:10pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
na wa ooo 4-0 |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:11pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
EBBBBBBBBOOOOOUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE Come on The Arsenal are the best!!!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by Nobody: 10:13pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Arsene!!!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:14pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
4th goal was vintage Arsenal The invncibles would have been proud of that Now I can enjoy my drink |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:16pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Haterz said we would struggle without Cesc No Cesc,Van Persie or Monsieur Gallas and its 4-0 Nas exits and Neves enters |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by duduspace(m): 10:19pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
My oh my, doesnt Nasri love that central role, a pity Cesc has it locked down. I think Arsene can find some games to play him there as I would love to see more of him in that role. Good game all round from the lads |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by rasputinn(m): 10:20pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Oh my God,Oh my God,Oh my God,Oh my God They just showed a replay of Nasri's goal and I almost had or.ga.sm |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by shabbie(m): 10:22pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
Now Walcot got confidence!! |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:26pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
duduspace:Great goal |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by HNIC(m): 10:36pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
The first of many hatricks for Mr Nic Bendtner Arsenal wins 5-0 |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by shabbie(m): 10:36pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
BENDTNER hattrick!! Eniti a ro pe ko le pa ago oti ti ko ile alaja mefa (the man we tot cant build a hut has built a six storey building) |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by dominique(f): 11:00pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
shabbie: this is the best i've seen him ever!!! just last season i was hoping they dispose him to a div 1 team |
Re: Champions League: Arsenal - Porto on March 9th Tues . . . . 8.45PM by mufasa(m): 11:22pm On Mar 09, 2010 |
This is the kind of games that gives gunners belief and makes em think they got it going on. |
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