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Match Preview: Arsenal v Portsmouth (Premier League)

Porstmouth coach Tony Adams returns to Arsenal tomorrow afternoon where he will pit his wits against his old boss Arsene Wenger and a Gunners team who look in disaray.

The north London giants were held to a 2-2 draw by Aston Villa at Villa Park on the Boxing Day, while Pompey suffered a 4-1 defeat by West Ham United at Fratton Park.

Arsenal are fifth in the table, as a result of their inconsistent display so far this season where they have suffered defeats at the hands of Fulham, Hull City, Stoke City, Manchester City and Aston Villa, who had won last month at the Emirates.

However, Gunners boss Wenger is still hopeful that his side can resurrect their campaign but cannot afford any more slip-ups.

Pompey are, meanwhile, 11th in the table with just three points separating them from the drop zone.

The Gunners are boosted by the return of striker Emmanuel Adebayor, who missed the Villa game due to suspension.

However, Wenger has injury concerns with Alex Song (thigh), Gael Clichy and Johan Djourou (both calf) facing late checks.

Portsmouth also have their problems with Glen Johnson (knee) ruled out, while Younes Kaboul and John Utaka are doubtful.

The trip to north London also marks the return of former Arsenal legend Adams to his old club first time as Pompey boss having been promoted to the top job following Harry Redknapp’s departure in October.

Gooner Talk’s Predicted Starting XI

Almunia
Sagna – Toure – Gallas – Silvestre
Eboue – Denilson – Diaby – Nasri
Adebayor – van Persie

Match Prediction: Arsenal 1-0 Portsmouth – The Gunners scrape through a tough contest in which several chances are wasted by Arsenal’s frontmen partnership of Bendtner and van Persie.

MyP2P will provide live stream links of this Premier League clash on MyP2P.eu. Post-match highlights will be avaliable at midnight on Gooner Talk for those of you who were unable to watch the game.

Leave your views and predictions of tomorrow’s game – which kicks off at 14:00 BST time – in the comments section below.

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