Wenger fears Rovers 'rugby' match

Arsene Wenger is fully prepared for Arsenal to face another physical test at Blackburn on Saturday – but maintains it is the referee’s responsibility to stop the match descending into “rugby”.

The Gunners – whom Wenger today revealed had completed the signing of experienced French defender Sebastien Squillaci from Sevilla – lost 2-1 at Ewood Park last May.