
Previously he Varmaelen trouble putting Arsenal in a 2-1 win over Bolton Wanderers in the Carling Cup. However, the Belgian defender believes he can recover and play against Chelsea. "I have a cramp little at the end of the match against Bolton. It had to be removed to prevent further injury," he said in his twitter account.
"But I'm sure he will recover soon and play against Chelsea. It's nice to come back on the ground and provide a win at Arsenal," added the player who first appeared in 84 against Bolton, after three months key due to injury of the Achilles tendon.
Chelsea also won a 2-1 victory over Everton in the Carling Cup, while increasing their confidence after being forced to play with nine men, while giving up 0-1 to QPR. "After the defeat, the team needed a win. So when we managed to get, obviously, we're very happy," said Chelsea coach, André Villas-Boas.
"One of our efforts to overcome the pain of the defeat of QPR. On the other hand, becomes a step between us before the meeting with Arsenal. I think the same way as our arsenal, where there are problems we have ahead of the game later. But it is too disturbing for our preparation, "said the Portuguese coach.
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Meeting Date: October 29, 2011 - Kick Off Time: 13:45