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Team News: Thomas Vermaelen on the bench for Arsenal

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Team News: Vermaelen on the bench for Arsenal
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Thomas Vermaelen starts this lunchtime's match between Arsenal and Chelsea on the bench, while striker Fernando Torres returns for the Blues.

Centre-back Thomas Vermaelen has been deemed only fit enough to start Arsenal's trip to Chelsea this afternoon on the bench.

There is a recall for captain Robin van Persie, while Aaron Ramsey takes his place in the midfield.

John Terry starts for Chelsea despite the racism investigation against him, with Fernando Torres returning to the side following a three-match suspension.

Chelsea: Cech; Bosingwa, Ivanovic, Terry, Cole; Mikel, Ramires, Lampard; Mata, Sturridge, Torres

Arsenal: Szczesny; Djourou, Mertesacker, Koscielny, Santos; Song, Arteta, Ramsey; Walcott, Gervinho, Van Persie

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