PREMIER LEAGUE
Petr Cech to stay in goal for Gunners
Manager Unai Emery backs Arsenal’s keeper after criticism by some supporters
London — Arsenal’s veteran goalkeeper, Petr Cech, will start Saturday’s Premier League clash against his former club Chelsea despite criticism of his performance in last weekend’s defeat by Manchester City, manager Unai Emery said on Thursday. Cech struggled with Emery’s tactics, which involve playing out from the back, in the 2-0 loss to the defending champions. The goalkeeper was criticised by some supporters, who called for new signing Bernd Leno to take his place for the London derby. "I’m very happy with his performance," Emery told a media conference. "He has experience, he has quality, he has the capacity. "For Saturday, the decision is easy. Petr can continue to start, I believe in him. But if Bernd starts, I believe in him also… they are two goalkeepers who are important for us." Emery suggested that he would persist with his style, despite being outplayed by City, and sought a strong response from his players. "We need to keep our personality, our mentality. Against City, ...
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