Three wins and three clean sheets has done much for #Arsenal’s state of mind before the perennially tough trip to Stoke.
The perception may be that the industry and inspiration of Alexis is carrying Arsène Wenger’s men right now but, in fact, the key change has been the solidity of the backline. Laurent Koscielny’s return has been a major factor.
#SCFC vs #AFC #SCFCvAFC
Arsenal: Koscielny (Achilles), Ospina (thigh), Ozil (knee), Debuchy (ankle), Gibbs Welbeck (doubt - hamstring), Walcott (doubt - groin), Gnabry (match fitness)
Stoke City: Ireland (illness - fitness test), Walters (knee - fitness test), Sidwell (knee), Whelan (calf), Moses (thigh), Teixiera (ankle), Huth (calf), Odemwingie (knee)
