If the pundits are to be believed, the only people expecting a titanic struggle between two of the biggest clubs in Europe tomorrow are the Sky Sports pundits who have to sell the game to a TV audience.

Are there many outside N5 who believe Arsenal have a chance?

More pertinently, are there many Gooners who believe we have a chance?

All I’m hearing is doom and gloom, and if I’m honest, the lack of so many first-teamers, the lack of leaders and organisation makes it hard to be optimistic.

But I was talking to someone this week who was a neutral at the M*nure v Hull game and told me how unimpressed he was with them...