Pre match. Chelsea vs L'Arse.

Drogba suspension has solved our striker dilemma and his red card is, according to me, a blessing in disguise for us as Chelsea take on Arsenal in the London derby on Saturday.

While people may argue that Drogba is Arsenal’s nemesis, we all are aware of his poor form in recent times and Torres’ brilliant form likewise. If Drogba can score against Arsenal, there’s no reason why Torres cannot considering his form.

Coming to the lineup and formation, I think it will be something like this :

-------------------Cech------------------

Bosingwa---Terry---Ivanovic---Cole

-----Ramires----Meireles----Lampard

-----Sturridge-----------------Mata-------

-------------------Torres-------------------

The usual back 4, Ivanovic and Terry have to keep Van Persie at bay tomorrow. Can they? I'm not too sure. I don’t think the full backs will be troubled too much tomorrow.

Also, the rotating midfield trio of Lampard, Meireles and Ramires will prove to be a real asset for Chelsea as the passing has been quick and precise with them around.

The forward line consisting of Sturridge and Mata bombarding through the wings and Torres as our lone striker surely looks juicy and will prove to be more than a handful against Arsenal.

Prediction : 2-0 win for the Blues, expecting Torres to score one.