Arshavin blasts referees but will play through the pain against United

30 January 2010 10:29
Russia forward Andrey Arshavin is happy to play through the pain for Arsenal, but has insisted referees don't help the players at England.[LNB]The 28-year-old is still nursing a niggling foot injury as he prepares to face champions Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, a situation he feels is not helped by English officials who are more lax than he is used to.[LNB]'The referees here do not whistle when someone just pushes you a little bit - it's seen as nothing, you must play on.[LNB] Playing through the pain: Arshavin in action for Arsenal at Aston Villa on Wednesday night[LNB]'Of course that makes the game quicker, but for me it's not always great.[LNB]'With my knock at the moment I'm trying my best and after each kick I am feeling pain, but I still train every day. I've had a few other injuries.[LNB]'Basically it is simple - if I can play, I will.'[LNB]Arshavin also acknowledged that he has fortunate overall in his career, telling the Daily Express: 'Thank God, I've not yet had a serious injury in my career and I hope thatsituation remains.'[LNB]Arsenal drew 0-0 with Aston Villa in midweek, and will be desperate to beat their old rivals United as they battle to win a first league title since 2004.[LNB] You're talking nonsense! Arsene Wenger is getting excuses ready if he blows Premier League title, rages Villa boss Martin O' Neill Ferguson orders United fans to stop 'paedophile' taunts aimed at WengerARSENAL FC

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