Weekend Roundup...

If it seems I haven't been writing as often of late, let's just say Arsenal's 1-0 loss to Sunderland was not very inspiring. Our 1st defeat in 13 games in all competitions left a sour taste in the mouth. I had hoped Eduardo would be able to lead the attack as Van Persie had done, but it wasn't to be. I guess since Wenger had announced November is not usually a good month for us with internationals and injuries taking their toll, it was to be expected. The worst part was, we conceded from a set-piece again. Sunderland had 1 shot at goal, and 1 goal. Moving on...

In sharp contrast, our north-London rivals whom we had ridden over 3-0 last month thrashed Wigan 9-1, Jermaine Defoe bagging 5 goals in that game. I think I have to rank Defoe amongst the top 3 FINISHERS in the league, alongside Drogba and Torres. At the top, Man U n Chelsea both won comfortably and stuttering Liverpool n Man City could only draw. Liverpool now have an incredible run of 1 win in 10 games and City have drawn their last SIX games.Villa needed a rare late goal from Emile Heskey to draw surprise package Burnley. Portsmouth who have obtained only 7 points so far have sacked Paul Hart. The 2006 FA Cup winners have been disappointing so far and as usual, the manager's to blame. Interesting to see that it took till November before a Premier League manager was fired this season.

Ronaldinho was once again inspiring in Milan's 4-3 win against Cagliari. 2 months ago he looked like he couldn't run, but now he's settled in fine alongside Marco Borriello and an incredible Pato. With him and Seedorf playing playmakers, Milan's attack is a well oiled machine.