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The loss of Coquelin with a knee injury adds to Arsenal's seemingly perennial injury woes with the likes of Danny Welbeck and Tomas Rosicky enduring lengthy absences.

But Wenger says the problem is no worse than previous seasons, with Aaron Ramsey, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Theo Walcott due to return soon.

"We've been hit very hard in November because until the Sheffield Wednesday game in the League Cup we had a good record but since we have lost a few players," he said.

"We have Ramsey and maybe Oxlade-Chamberlain back for the weekend and Walcott will be the next one - all the other players are long-term injuries."

Wenger also gets asked about Jamie Vardy's achievement of scoring 10 goals in as many Premier League games for Leicester.

Is it a miracle, he's asked? "It is absolutely fantastic but it is not miracle, he has that quality," says Wenger.

"The miracle is that he played at Fleetwood and didn’t play in the Premier League before."

And on Leicester's rise to the top of the table?

"It is a surprise because Leicester fought not to go down last season but when we played them at the Emirates we came to the conclusion there is something special in this team," he added.

Arsene, a man who is always willing to give an opinion on things other than his own club, has lent his support to Real Madrid boss Rafa Benitez.

The Spaniard is under big pressure at Madrid, who have called a news conference later amid speculation Benitiez could be on his way out following the weekend defeat to rivals Barcelona.

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"I would just like to take this opportunity to support completely Rafa, who is an outstanding manage and it would not be serious to sack the manager after 12 games," says Wenger.

"I hope he gets the support of the president. No one should bet on me to become next manager."

Arsenal wasted plenty of chances as they fell to a 2-1 defeat away at West Brom on Saturday but Wenger insists his side will bounce back for a must-win game against Dinamo, despite the injury to Francois Coquelin."We will respond well - we're disappointed but we didn't deserve to lose this game," he said.

"I believe this team is resilient and focused and will return well tomorrow.

"We will be without Coquelin for certainly the next two months.

"We have players like Flamini and Calum Chambers has been educated as a central midfielder so there are good opportunities for other players to show up and show they can do the job."

Remember we mentioned a short while ago that a news conference was due to begin at Arsenal?

Well, we haven't forgotten, we're just waiting for the main man Arsene Wenger to turn up.

It should have started at 12:30 GMT so he's clearly running a tad late but it shouldn't be too much longer now.

We're primed and ready to bring you full coverage as and when he arrives...

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Anthony Crollasaid he was not going to waste a second chance as he claimed the WBA lightweight title almost a year after believing his career was over.

The 29-year-old defeated Darleys Perez on Saturday in a rematch following their controversial draw in July.

Last December, Crolla suffered a fractured skull and broken ankle, external trying to stop burglars, scuppering hopes of a WBA showdown against Richar Abril.

"I've realised the dream," the Manchester boxer said. "The difference between how I feel now and last Christmas is a million miles apart."

They may be top of the pile but seems like they need to work on their long distance shooting...

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Novak Djokovic has extended his massive lead at the top of the ATP world rankings following his fourth straight victory at the season-ending World Tour Finals in London.

The Serbian's straight sets win over Roger Federer in Sunday's final has pushed his advantage over world number two Andy Murray to almost 8,000 points.

British number one Murray, who is gearing up for this week's Davis Cup final against Belgium, is guaranteed to finish the year number two for the first time, which should give him the second seeding at January's Australian Open.

Is Real Madrid president Florentino Perez regretting the decision to sack Carlo Ancelotti as manager at the end of last season? 

His replacement, Rafael Benitez, is hardly setting the world alight, and it has just been announced there will be a press conference this evening at 18:30 GMT...

Spanish football writer Andy West has been surveying the scene at the Santiago Bernabeu. 

It looks like former Liverpool and Chelsea boss Benitez could be on his way out already.

Find out why over here.

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One win in five for Arsenal, a 2-1 defeat at West Brom when the opposition have one shot on target, and their Champions League progress hanging in the balance.

It could be an interesting lunchtime at London Colney.

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Jurgen Klopp's a friendly chap isn't he? 

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The German's hands-on approach has seen the Reds score as many goals in their last two away Premier League games (7) as they managed in their previous 11...

The next challenge? To take that form back to Anfield. 

“I would love to win a game like this at Anfield,” he told the Liverpool website., external

"We now play Bordeaux and then Swansea. If they saw our game against Crystal Palace maybe they will stay with 50 people deep and shoot only long balls?

“Then we have to find a solution."

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Manchester United and Arsenal are interested in Daniele Rugani, a 21-year-old Juventus defender who is highly-rated despite a lack of first-team opportunities at the Italian champions, reports Gazetta World., external

Exeter and England hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie has been ruled out until the new year after breaking his thumb.

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The 22-year-old, who made his England debut against France in August, has had surgery to repair the injury.

"The way Luke plays he does chuck himself around and a few weeks off isn't going to do the rest of his body any harm," said Exeter head coach Rob Baxter.

If you're completely lost and have no idea what any of the above means, then you clearly need to work on your Roller Derby knowledge... It's Europe’s fastest growing female sport you know. And it's pretty gnarly.

Handily, our colleagues over at Get Inspired have put together this video - specifically on how to perfect your Apex Jump.

Check it over here - and there's a full documentary waiting for you over on the BBC iPlayer.

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It's OK to admit it. Sometimes you've got to keep those digits warm.

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Ipswich Town midfielder Cole Skuse has the quality to play in the Premier League, according to boss Mick McCarthy.

The 29-year-old has made more than 100 appearance for the Suffolk club since joining them in 2013.

"I think he's a Premier League footballer playing with us. He's got all the attributes. He's calm, composed, quick, can handle the ball, and got a good passing range," McCarthy told BBC Radio Suffolk.

The two most surprising performances so far this season in the Premier League are Leicester City and Chelsea. 

Leicester are currently top with 28 points, Chelsea are 15th with 14 points. 

But who will finish higher? 

Have your say by taking part in the vote above. You can see our full terms and conditions by clicking here. 

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That's what French sports daily L'Equipe, external reckons... 

With Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez under pressure, could former France international - and original Galactico - Zinedine Zidane be the man to turn things around?

Personally I'd rather have him at Middlesbrough, playing number 10. He's only 43. The Aitor Karanka connection?

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The answer will be revealed this afternoon!

Shaun Murphysays "genius"Ronnie O'Sullivan's"weird" decision not to defend his UK Championship title will not reduce the event's importance.

Five-time world champion O'Sullivan, 39, has not played a competitive match since the World Championship in April.

World number four Murphy told BBC Sport: "It's a shame for the event and fans who bought tickets way in advance.

"Ronnie is an absolute genius on the table. But we know trying to predict his decisions is a waste of time."

Read more from Shaun over here.

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