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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is expected to rest his key players with Tuesday’s Barcelona match in mind.<\/p>\n

Wenger confirmed David Ospina will replace Petr Cech in goal, while January signing Mohamed Elneny is in contention for his second start.<\/p>\n

Hull manager Steve Bruce says Nick Powell, who is on loan from Manchester United, will make his debut.<\/p>\n

However, on-loan duo Chuba Akpom and Isaac Hayden will be ineligible to play against their parent club.<\/p>\n

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WHAT THE MANAGERS SAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger: <\/b>“We play them every year in the FA Cup!<\/p>\n

“We know them well and they are in a strong position in the Championship.<\/p>\n

“We will play a strong side. A normal side.”<\/p>\n

Hull City manager Steve Bruce on loan signing Nick Powell:<\/b> “He will have a big part to play in the coming weeks. I’ve told him that. He’s versatile and can play as a striker or as a midfielder and I’m sure he can give us that bit of impetus.<\/p>\n

“He’ll definitely play on Saturday, as will all of the ones who haven’t been playing recently.<\/p>\n

“Making changes is the only option I’ve got. After Arsenal, we play again on Tuesday and then Friday so I have to make sure we’re fresh enough to compete in those games as well.”<\/p>\n

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MATCH FACTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Head-to-head<\/b><\/p>\n