Chelsea v Everton

Chelsea’s side continues to be weakened by the absence of their African players for this first leg semi with Drogba, Essien and Kalou all missing, add Lampard, Terry, Shevchenko and most probably Cech, and this means the spine and some limbs of the team are ripped out. Everton gained a deserved draw in the league fixture and despite the absence of two of their creative players in Arteta and Pienaar, i feel they are more than capable of pushing Chelsea close again in what should be a tight game. With Chelsea’s fire power absent and Everton’s usually tight defence then i expect it to be a low scoring affair and would advise backing under 2.5 goals.

Under 2.5 goals 8-11 @ Stan James, Bet Direct

No Goalscorer 9-1 Bet 365

Arsenal V Spurs

Arsene Wenger’s side go into this tie well rested after playing most of his second string in the FA Cup, this is in contrast to Tottenham, as Ramos elected to play his first choice eleven in the draw versus Reading; this factor may well prove key after a busy Christmas period. The league game finished 2-1 and i expect a similar scoreline this time round. Berbatov and Keane are causing defences to panic again and Tottenham’s defence is still weak despite some clean sheets last month. Therefore i expect this to be over 2.5 goals.

Over 2.5 goals 5-6 @ Stan James

Correct Score 2-1 to Arsenal @ 8-1 Blue Square and William Hills

Double on over/under selections = just over 2-1 @ Stan James

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