Gilberto paying price for Cup exploits

Arsenal captain Gilberto Silva admits he has found it difficult to watch Arsene Wenger’s side storm to the top of the Barclays Premier League while he kicks his heels on the bench.

Gilberto has endured a frustrating start to the new campaign and with Cesc Fabregas and Mathieu Flamini in fine form in the centre of midfield, the Brazilian has been forced to wait for his chance to return to the side.