Arsenal v Watford: Giroud starts for the Gunners

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There's local pride and a trip to Wembley at stake in this afternoon's FA Cup game between Arsenal and Watford.

Arsenal have named a strong line-up for their FA Cup quarter-final against Watford as they look to win the trophy for a third year running. The Gunners would be only the second team to complete the feat, following Blackburn Rovers way back in the 19th century.

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Olivier Giroud has returned to spearhead the attack, with starts for Calum Chambers and Kieran Gibbs in defence. Mohamed Elneny makes another start as anticipated in a strong team.

The Hornets are pretty much safe in the Premier League, and have therefore been afforded the luxury of naming a full-strength side as they look to secure a spot in the semi-final.

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It's shaping up to be a good old fashioned cup quarter-final.

Kick off for Watford v Arsenal is at 1.30pm.

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There's local pride and a trip to Wembley at stake in this afternoon's FA Cup game between Arsenal and Watford.

There's local pride and a trip to Wembley at stake in this afternoon's FA Cup game between Arsenal and Watford.

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