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Granit Xhaka: Following his somewhat sluggish start for The Gunners, Xhaka has the chance to redeem his reputation against his former-club tonight.
Arsenal’s third-most expensive signing in history has claimed that his slow start in the Premier League is due to being unsettled in his new surroundings.
The pressure continues to pile on for the 24-year-old, as he will go head-to-head with his brother Taulant.
Best stat…
Away from home, none of Arsenal’s last 40 games have gone goalless. A stat that bids in the neutral viewers favour.
Remember when…
Basel learnt their lesson the hard way during the last meeting, with Walcott finding the back of the net twice to give the Gunners the advantage.
Player to watch…
Seydou Doumbia: With nine goals from his last 12 appearances, Doumbia could be the one to cause an upset tonight against the Gunners.
The Ivorian will enter the bout brimming with confidence, so no doubt Wenger will be thoroughly warning his back-four about the 28-year-old forward.
Past meetings…
Arsenal 2 (Walcott 2) Basel 0
Champions League, September 2016
Form guide…
Arsenal: DDDWLW
Basel: LWWDWL
Vital information…
Kick-off time: 19:45
TV: Live on BT Sport 2
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