Arsenal embattled manager Arsene Wenger is hoping that star player Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will be fit and also ready for his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday lunchtime. The talented midfielder suffered a minor knee problem during the Gunners surprise 2-1 loss to visitors Watford at The Emirates on last Tuesday night. Nevertheless, French boss Arsene Wenger is expecting the midfielder to be available for Saturday’s clash with the Blues who are titles leaders in west London. When he was asked if Oxlade-Chamberlain is a doubt for the game on Saturday, Arsene Wenger told his post-match news conference at The Emirates: “No, I don’t think so. I think he should be alright. He got a kick on his knee, yes.” The manager … [Read more...]
Wenger Title Hopes Take Another Blow As Arsenal Suffer Fresh Injury Concern
Arsene Wenger’s title hopes take another blow as his side suffer fresh injury concern. Arsenal fans are not left out too. Having watched their title aspirations end after a disapointing loss to Watford yesterday, the fans too have been drowning their sorrows and are in low spirits. Many fans desire that the Arsenal management should bring in new quality stars in the January window transfer to strengthen the squad. However, they are not happy that they didn't participate as they desire in it. As a sort of 'habit' it seems the Gunners are now embarking on their annual February slump. And new reports from the Daily Mirror might only add to their misery. It was reported that midfielder Aaron Ramsey has suffered a calf strain in the loss at the Emirates last night. … [Read more...]
Injury News: Man United Sweating Over Midfielder’s Injured Ankle
Manchester United are concerned over the fitness of match hero Henrikh Mkhitaryan after the midfielder was forced out of Sunday's clash against Tottenham with an ankle injury. However, Jose Mourinho is hopeful the injury is not as serious as first feared. Henrikh Mkhitaryan scored his first Premier League goal for Manchester United in the opening 45 minutes, giving his club the full 3 points at Old Trafford. Unfortunately, the Armenian midfielder left the field on a stretcher in the closing minutes after a strong challenge from Tottenham's Danny Rose. As things stand now, it is quite obvious the 27-year-old midfielder will definitely miss next Wednesday match against Crystal Palace. Additional information added that he is not expected to feature in the … [Read more...]