Play on a Friday?

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Basil is a Gooner
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Play on a Friday?

Post by Basil is a Gooner »

http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archiv ... the-strain

By Chris Harris

Arsène Wenger believes the strain of international breaks will ease next year thanks to a change in the football calendar.
The Arsenal manager warned last month that November could take its toll on his squad thanks to another round of international fixtures and the onset of fatigue. And Wenger’s prophecy was fulfilled when Robin Van Persie and Kieran Gibbs were injured while representing their countries in the past week.
For Wenger that was further evidence that the structure of the football season needs to be reviewed. But he has noticed one change for the better – the decision to play qualifiers earlier in an international break to give players more recovery time.
“I believe the whole structure of the season is not right,â€

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Traditional pub night for most people so I don't know how well it would go down with the majority but I could see a good match then a full on night out would appeal to some.

Personally I'd say no but only because it's enough hassle getting to midweek evening matches due to the time I finish work. Also what about away games..people would have to take the day off work? Don't think it would work so well.

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Can't see it happening really.... 8pm kick off, when everyone is beered up?

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Post by Andrey's Tongue »

You do know that this is referring to international qualifiers being on Friday nights? Its got nothing to do with Arsenal playing games on a Friday night.

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