Match Preview: Arsenal v Chelsea

So, Arsenal have the power to decide where the title goes. Following another victory for Manchester United, Chelsea come to The Emirates needing a win to keep their slim title hopes alive. Arsenal will be looking to take advantage of Liverpool's defeat to Fulham and jump into 3rd.

The return of Ashley Cole will be an intersting affair, but the greedy little so and so has "an ankle problem" so is unlikely to play. Chelsea are also missing Michael Ballack while Andriy Shevchenko and Ricardo Carvalho are major doubts. Arsenal are without Henry, Van Persie, Walcott and Ljungberg, with Tomas Rosicky being rated as 50-50. If the Czech International is available, he is likely to start on the bench.

It should be a good game, remembering that these two are fierce local rivals. And if you don't believe me; look at the Carling Cup Final. We could see another bust-up, especially if Gallas and Cole are playing. Both sides have little to fight for but will still be out to win. I can see a thrilling match on the horizon.

Form Guide:
Arsenal: WDWWD
Chelsea: LDWDW

Last Encounter:
Chelsea 2-1 Arsenal (Drogba 2, Walcott)

Team Prediction:
-------------------------------Lehmann---------------------------------
Eboue-----------------Toure-------------Gallas-------------------Clichy
Hleb-----------------Fabregas----------Gilberto------------------Diaby
---------------------Adebayor----------Baptista------------------------

Score Prediction:
Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea (Adebayor, Gallas, Drogba) [Late Gallas winner to really wind them up!]