Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United. Chelsea should be on that list, unfortunately the FA and the referees are unbelievably substandard. Wigan's recent matches show us that the relegation battle is more demanding than the title race. Roberto Martinez's contract also ends this season, so it's not just a fight for survival, it's a fight for his job.
This Gameweek, we'll look at Arsenal vs Chelsea, Fulham vs Wigan, and Manchester United vs Everton.
Arsenal's slump against Wigan shouldn't convince people that they cannot win this match. Arsenal are strong at home, look at that form, it's all wins until Wigan! Additionally, people might wonder, what's happened to van Persie? Well, he scored 3 goals at Stamford Bridge earlier this season, van Persie loves the big games. Chelsea, who demolished Spurs 5-1 in the FA Cup Semi-finals and played a strong defensive match against Barcelona, continue their tough run of fixtures against Arsenal - knowing that a 2nd leg match at Nou Camp is on it's way. Questions that may come about will regard Chelsea's probable rotation. I would predict a close match. Another key point is the fact that Mikel Arteta is out injured now.
Key Player: Robin van Persie (Arsenal) and Juan Mata (Chelsea)
Wigan's sudden last minute resurrection makes you think twice about this fixture. If Wigan weren't on this sudden streak, I'd be almost certain Fulham would win. Wigan have produced wins against the big teams (except Chelsea and Manchester City). Another big team (or so you could say) is Fulham-at-Craven-Cottage. So, will Wigan win this one? They could. As much as you want to say no, isn't that what you said before they played Arsenal and Manchester United (ignore Liverpool in this case, Liverpool are on pathetic form). Wigan are good, their previous results will boost them - they'll fancy another 3 points here. Fulham, however, have had 1 weeks rest and should be prepared to win this one. Their impressive home form, and Dempsey's strong home performances point towards a good display. As much as you might think Wigan might just surprise you again, perhaps they won't underestimate Wigan unlike the 'big' clubs.
Key Player: Clint Dempsey (Fulham) or Victor Moses (Wigan)
For Rooney, up next is a home clash with Everton – a game he notoriously tends to struggle in. David Moyes seems to know just how to nullify Rooney’s attacking threat, with the Toffees likely to sit tight and give their former player little space to operate in. However, the likes of Young (will he dive again?), Valencia and Nani could make a difference here. Jelavic could conjure some magic, but I have a feeling Everton might just go home empty handed after a terrific display.
Key Player: Tim Cahill (Everton)
