The historic rivalry between Chelsea and Arsenal will have an added bonus for the team's supporters who will watch the game on Sunday, where they will be able to see their new transfers on the pitch. Even though some of them have already made their respective debuts with each side, the fact that this is an official game will make it even more relevant if they play.
Curiously enough, none of these teams have made as many transfers as their fans were used to in the past seasons. It seems that both José Mourinho and Arsene Wenger have decided to add talent in key positions on the pitch, rather than signing too much players that will not be handed enough playing time to show their skills. Who are those players projected as starters for both teams? Here's a quick look.
Arsenal: Petr Cech
The former Chelsea goalkeeper will be one of the most followed players on the pitch this Sunday, as he will try to deny Mourinho another piece of silverware. Last year, Cech saw Belgian shot-stopper Thibaut Courtois taking over the team's goalkeeping duties, which forced him to leave his beloved Blues. Cech's arrival to Emirates Stadium will be key for the Gunners' hopes of winning another EPL this year, and this type of game will give Wenger the chance to decide if the Czech International is fit for the starting role, or if Colombian David Ospina has a legitimate shot of sending him to the team's bench.
Can Cech be the key to end Mourinho's spell over Wenger?
Chelsea: Radamel Falcao
Even though José Mourinho has stated that Diego Costa is fit to play, the Portuguese manager may have an ace in the hole with Radamel Falcao. The Colombian striker, who had a disappointing Premier League debut with Manchester United, has shown shades of his quality during the Blues' pre-season games, even scoring a couple of penalties for the current EPL champions. Falcao's chances of making the starting lineup will depend on how Diego Costa's injury develops, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see El Tigre up front. If there's someone in the world that can bring back Falcao to his glorious form, it surely is Mourinho, and this game might give him a chance to show he is by no means finished.
After scoring just four goals for Manchester United, Radamel Falcao will have a chance to redeem himself with the current EPL champions.
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