Walcott and Denilson in squad for return fixture.
We took three points from a very even game at the Reebok on Sunday but Wenger will be hoping we can monopolise possession at the Grove and ease to a more comfortable three points tonight.
Fabregas put in an outstanding performance in the 2-0 victory and although Wenger will be anxious to ease the burden on his captain, who has only just returned from injury, a lack of alternatives will mean he will be required to do the same again just three days later.
The return of Walcott and Denilson will bolster our midfield options tonight but Wenger will be reluctant to start either player. Gael Clichy is in line to start though, after featuring in the second half at the Reebok, and the manager will be relieved that he can drop Armand Traore who had a very poor match on Sunday.
Craig Eastmond performed slightly better than Traore so Wenger may decide to give him another chance in the more hospitable surroundings of the Grove. If Eastmond is not selected then presumably Denilson would have to start the game. Both options are a risk but whoever is selected, we will be expected to dominate Bolton despite the positivity that Owen Coyle’s arrival has brought to the club.
Prediction: 3-1 to the Arse