braineclipse
Steve Sedgley
Massive weekend ahead. These next 24 hours or so could be pivotal, especially after the results in the last 7 days.
Momentum is the key for me going into the last 8/9 games.
I'm hoping I'm totally wrong with all this by the way.
A win for Arsenal today at Swansea, on the back of their 'brave win' in Munich, and I would not be surprised if they go on a run that would see them secure enough points to actually finish 3rd.
After today their run-in has not got too many tough challenges left, coupled with no cup distractions.
Bizarrely, it could (stressing 'could') mean our rival for 4th spot might end up being Chelsea with the match at Stamford Bridge being the crucial difference in the final placings.
I can see them beating United in the replay, and they could have the mother of all fixture plie-ups looming, even moreso if they beat Rubin Kazan.
Victory on Sunday is vital to our Top 4 aspirations, and yes, I would say it is a 'must win' especially if Arsenal do. Maybe if Swansea can snatch a draw or even a win, then maybe tomorrow becomes just a 'must not lose' instead.
I still think Arsenal are inconsistent, and I'm still not particularly impressed by their performance against Bayern.
Will be an interesting weekend though, no doubt. Would like to see Swansea at least get a draw, hopefully they will be up for the game and not be heading into some end of the season post cup win tail spin.