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2009-09-22 - Arsenal vs West Brom
A Sports Betting Pick by Cruiser
Analysis:Carling Cup action will once again sees Arsene Wenger giving a chance to his youth side to shine when they kicked off against West Brom.
Despite their age and unable to break into the senior side, the youngsters have often used this competition to showcase what they have and also progressing to the later stages of the competition.
The likes of Cesc Fabregas, Gael Clichy, Alex Song and Nicklas Bendtner can testify that they have been a product of this competition before breaking into the senior team now. So, once again we can expect to see the fringe and young Arsenal side take to the field today.
The side will have some experience in it with the likes of Centre-half Philippe Senderos choosing to stay at Arsenal despite the chance to leave during the transfer window. Former Manchester United player Mikael Silvestre will also start despite making just one appearance this season.
Sanchez Watt who is only 18 was on the substitutes bench against Standard Liege and he could be given a start here. Others who will start are the likes of Kieran Gibbs, Fran Merida, Aaron Ramsey and Jack Wilshere.
For West Bromwich, Gonzalo Jara is expected to make his long awaited debut in this match. The Chile defender finally got his work visa at the end of last week and will start this match. But as he only arrived last Friday he also missed the stunning 5-0 win over Middlesbrough last weekend.
Coach Roberto di Matteo will be pleased considering that Joe Mattock is out at the left back slot with an ankle injury. Marek Cech is also out with a similar problem.
The visitors are also missing the likes of influential midfielder Chris Brunt with a knee injury, while long-term absentees James Morrison with a heel problem, Neil Clement and Ishmael Miller (both knee) are also set to miss this clash.
Take Arsenal and give the 1 1/4 ball here.
Cheers and good luck,
Cruiser
The Pick :
Arsenal to win 2-0
BEST BETTING TIP :
Take Arsenal to win this match.
Gooner’s Statistical Value Bet
Take Arsenal and give the 1 1/4 ball here.
