Van Persie is back to play

Robin Van Persie is back for Carling Cup semi-final against Tottenham Hotspurs, he will return from injury. Since 23 October the Dutch player has played just 83 minutes for Arsenal.

Lukasz Fabianski will also start the game, Johan Djourou and Philippe Senderos will start as central deffenders, Theo Walcott is available too.