Mark Lawrenson states his prediction for Arsenal vs Chelsea

  Arsenal are preparing to host Chelsea on Boxing Day. Ahead of the game, BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson has stated his prediction. Lawrenson expects the game to end in a draw. "Arsenal aren't winning games but I would not point the finger at their manager, Mikel Arteta, I think their issues run far deeper that. "Their recruitment has not been good enough - I know it probably wasn't possible but I honestly think they need their former manager Arsene Wenger in charge of that side of things. "I look at some of the Gunners players, and I don't think they care enough. Are they particularly bothered if they keep losing games? I don't get the impression that they are. "Again, that's not Arteta's fault. Arsenal's better players this season have been their kids, because some of the older ones do not look like they are playing for Arsenal - I think they are playing for themselves. "Having said all of that, I have a feeling the Gunners will get something here. They are on a poor run, but they still have some quality players in their side, and they are going to show it at some point soon. "I am not totally convinced by Chelsea either. They were on a really good run until the start of December but I don't think they are consistent enough to challenge Liverpool for the title. The top four is a realistic target for Frank Lampard's side though." Lawrenson's prediction: 1-1  source - BBC / Join us on Telegram

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