But that squad rotation left Arsenal looking ragged in the opening stages, with a lack of cohesion causing possession to be wasted frequently and a nervous-looking back line leaving Wenger's side exposed against the pace of N'Zogbia and power of Hugo Rodallega.

BBC: Wigan 2-2 Arsenal

The pace of Charles N'Zogbia was Wigan's principal threat but the visitors' main tactic was to put up resolute defence in a bid to nullify Everton.

BBC: Everton 0-0 Wigan

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