3 Key Battles For Arsenal vs Chelsea – Ozil vs Oscar

The two London giants face off at the Emirates Stadium on Monday evening, and here we look at the battles that could decide the outcome of the game.

1. Wojciech Szczesny vs Petr Cech

Both sides have had little problem scoring this season, and the two goalkeepers have been two of the best in the Premier League this season, with arguably the only other goalkeeper playing at the same level being Liverpool’s Simon Mignolet. Olivier Giroud and Fernando Torres have had the same problems when it comes to putting away the majority of their chances away, and that gives the two custodians an advantage, but Giroud currently has 7 Premier League goals to his name, while Torres can turn up at any time, and we all know how good he is on his day. Whoever can keep a clean sheet will give their team the advantage, as it is likely that there will be goals, as Arsenal have only failed to score in one Premier League game this season, against Manchester United, while Chelsea have only been kept out on two occasions, against Manchester United also, and at St. James’ Park against Newcastle.

2. Mesut Ozil vs Oscar

The two attacking midfielders are almost guaranteed to be starting the game, and they have arguably become the two sides’ most important players. Ozil has sparkled on occasion, while Oscar has flourished under Jose Mourinho, and is one of the best players in the Premier League. Ozil has been somewhat of a big game flop in Arsenal colours, failing to step up against Napoli, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester United and Manchester City. So it is important that he proves to Arsenal fans that he really has the pedigree and ability that they were hoping for when he signed from Real Madrid. Whoever can provide the creative spark could create the important chances to win their team the game.

3. Arsene Wenger vs Jose Mourinho

How many times have the two legendary managers faced off as the London club managers now? Wenger vs Mourinho has become a headline fixture in the Premier League, and they are undoubtedly the two best left in England. The mind games have really yet to get going, but you imagine they will be in full flow by the time that they face off again close to the end of the season. Wenger deploys a very European, possession based style, while Mourinho’s approach is more of an English style, with long balls and physical prowess. Whoever can get their tactics just right will come out on top.