They're nearly underway at Elland Road, the third round, FA Cup replay between Leeds Unied and Arsenal, each club missing big names from their starting XIs. Leeds United is without Luciano Becchio, the team's leading scorer, who misses today's match with a back injury incurred this weekend. Arsenal has elected to start Cesc Fàbregas and Robin van Persie on the bench.
FA Cup Replay: Cesc Fabregas, Robin Van Persie Start On The Bench For Arsenal At Leeds United
Leeds were moments away from winning the first leg at the Emirates 11 days ago. Only a late spot kick converted by Fàbragas has kept the Gunners alive for this replay.
Leeds United Starting XI: Schmeichel, O’Brien, Connolly, Bruce, Parker, Snodgress, Howson, Johnson, Gradel, Watt, Paynter; Substitutes: Hughes, Somma, Bromby, Sam, Collins, McCormack, Higgs
Arsenal Starting XI: Szzczesny, Djourou, Sagna, Gibbs, Koscielny, Nasri, Song, Denilson, Chamakh, Arshavin, Bendtner, Substitutes: Fabregas, Eboue, Clichy, Shea, Wilshere, van Persie, Walcott
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