Midfield
Arteta, Wilshere, Sanchez, Ozil, Cazorla.
Mikel Arteta is the heart beat of the team and is one of the first names of the team sheet, when fit. Aaron Ramsey’s poor patch of form would mean Jack Wilshere will start alongside Arteta. Wilshere has been Arsenal’s most creative player in recent times and has looked like getting back to his best form. Mesut Oezil is most effective when he is playing in the hole, and unburdened by defensive duties. Arsene Wenger should know that a player of Oezil’s ability will provide that spark if played in his favourite position, and the change to a 4-2-3-1 could well extract the best out of the silky German.
Alexis Sanchez is a livewire on the pitch. His commitment in tracking back and mopping up at the back as well as his energy on the right flank makes him an asset. Santi Cazorla’s inclusion will add that extra touch of creativity and vision to Arsenal’s play, given the dynamic Spaniard can whip a cross in as effectively as he can play a one-two with Oezil or Wilshere.
Striker
Danny Welbeck may not have made an instant impact since switching cities to the Capital, but his runs and ability on the ball make Arsenal a better all-round team.
Arsenal Line-up To Face Tottenham
Szczesny
Chambers Koscielny Mertesacker Gibbs
Arteta Ramsey
Sanchez Ozil Cazorla
Welbeck