Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole insists all the pressure will be on Arsenal when the two sides meet in Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium
Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole insists all the pressure will be on Arsenal when the two sides meet in Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.
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Super blue! Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole. pics/AFP |
The 28-year-old's recent return to fitness has coincided with the Blues building a five-point lead on Manchester United at the top of the table, while Arsenal sit third, eight points adrift of Carlo Ancelotti's side.
"The pressure is on them, no doubt about that with the gap, and getting a win there is a major result," said Cole.
"We have beaten Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham, so if we can beat Arsenal it is a fantastic start against the big clubs, followed by Manchester City and Everton, so the lads are excited.
Kieran Gibbs, Nicklas Bendtner and Robin van Persie are all missing for the Gunners while former Chelsea defender William Gallas is doubtful.
Meanwhile, Arsenal's injured ace van Persie who is out for the next five months recovering from surgery on his injured ankle said: "I hope the boys keep believing in themselves. I'm absolutely convinced they will keep improving and keep the good form of the last few months going."
