Danny Welbeck News

Welbeck was sidelined for eight months after undergoing surgery for the knee problem but the Arsenal forward has since forced his way back into England manager Gareth Southgate's plans.

Saints remain three points adrift of safety despite taking the lead early on through Shane Long goal and then levelling at 2-2 when Charlie Austin scored just seconds after coming on as a substitute.

Wenger opted to leave star striker Sanchez on the bench for the first half at Anfield and the move failed miserably as Liverpool swept into a two-goal lead.

During a press conference,Wenger explained that the press linked Benzema to Arsenal because the striker is a Frenchman.

Southampton having reached the League Cup final after a strenuous midweek tie against Liverpool at Anfield.

Arsenal, who are fourth in the table and nine points behind leaders Chelsea after 18 games, will hope to continue their 22-year unbeaten home run against 17th-placed Palace.

Welbeck returned to the Arsenal team in February after 10 months out due to an injury to his left knee.

Arsenal were bidding to become the first team to win FA Cup for three consecutive years since Blackburn Rovers between 1884 and 1886.

The results of a momentous day left surprise pace-setters Leicester just two points clear of Tottenham and Arsenal.

Arsenal beat Leicester City 2-1 in a crucial Premier League tie on Sunday.

Alexis Sanchez, Santi Cazorla and Laurent Koscielny suffered injuries in Sunday`s 1-1 draw at Norwich City.

Arsenal`s injury-prone England midfielder Jack Wilshere needs surgery on a shin injury and will be missing for about three months, the club confirmed on Tuesday.

After failing to score in their opening two home league games for the first time in 36 years, Arsenal will be looking for their first goals and their first win at the Emirates Stadium this season when they play Stoke City on Saturday.