Off for a weekend wilderness vacation. Here's some quick picks before I'm off:
Liverpool v Wigan
The Reds will have to do without Fernando Torres, out for two weeks and the next three games with a thigh injury, for their home tie with an improved Wigan side. The real worry for Benitez will be missing his services against Atletico Madrid in the CL and against co-leaders Chelsea next week. However, with no Torres and those important matches coming up, Liverpool would be wise not to overlook Wigan.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-0 Wigan
Arsenal v Everton
Can’t say that I agree with Cesc Fabregas’ comments this week, selling out his new midfield partners in Denilson, Nasri, and Walcott. Sure, losing Mathieu Flamini was a big loss, but Hleb and Rosicky rarely were both in the lineup, so I’m not sure what exactly he is missing. Yes, they are young, but I don’t think it’s a lack of skillful play that is hampering them.
Having said that, playing at home against a struggling Everton will help the Gunners cause. Gallas and Sagna won’t be available, so look for Eboue and Senderos to step in. After a loss to Hull and escaping with a draw at the Stadium of Light, Wenger’s boys will look to return to form on Saturday.
Prediction: Arsenal 1-0 Everton
More Quick Picks:
Saturday
Middlesbrough 1-2 Chelsea
Aston Villa 2-1 Portsmouth
Bolton 1-2 Blackburn
Fulham 0-1 Sunderland
Man Utd 3-0 West Brom
Sunday
Hull 1-1 West Ham
Stoke 0-1 Tottenham
Monday
Newcastle 2-3 Man City
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
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