Arsenal sit top of the table as we endure another intolerable break in play due to FA Cup matches and needless international play giving Gooners plenty of time to cogitate about the road ahead.
The Gunners have just 10 league matches to play in the two or so months left of Premier League competition. Then there’s the small matter of a Champions League trophy which is just 5 positive results away.
Fitness-wise, Arsenal have some questions. Gabriel Martinelli remains our biggest worry as we’ve definitely missed his pace recently. Thomas Partey made a couple of brief substitution appearances against Sheffield and Brentford, so we should expect to see more of him soon. Anyone’s guess as to whether we’ll see Jurrien Timber this season.
By far our newest, most troubling concerns are that one of the other Gabriels (he of the sturdy defensive type) and Bukayo Saka, both withdrew from international duty with only vague news on the exact nature of the injuries.
Yet, I’m cautiously optimistic about our chances in the long run. Our next match is 3/31 against Man City, which it’s safe to say, is one of the most important matches of Arsenal’s season. We’ll look forward to seeing everyone there.
Best,
Mark
Bay Area Gooners 