10 players to watch in the FA Cup final

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Santi Cazorla: Cazorla was moved into a deeper role by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger. Since then, the Spaniard has been fantastic. His driving runs forward have opened up space, plus his vision and technique have added extra elements to the Gunners' attack. He'll be relied upon whenever Aston Villa sits deep.

Wojciech Szczesny: The Polish goalkeeper was displaced by David Ospina as Arsenal's starter, but manager Arsene Wenger has given Szczesny the cup matches, so he's expected to start in the final. However, the 25-year-old has been shaky with his handling and command in the box all year.
Wojciech Szczesny: The Polish goalkeeper was displaced by David Ospina as Arsenal’s starter, but manager Arsene Wenger has given Szczesny the cup matches, so he’s expected to start in the final. However, the 25-year-old has been shaky with his handling and command in the box all year.
Laurent Koscielny: The Arsenal centre back has been relatively consistent this season, but he'll be facing a physical, shifty striker in Christian Benteke who could cause fits for the Frenchman. It's imperative that Koscielny and his defensive partner contain the likes of Benteke, Fabian Delph, and Jack Grealish.
Laurent Koscielny: The Arsenal centre back has been relatively consistent this season, but he’ll be facing a physical, shifty striker in Christian Benteke who could cause fits for the Frenchman. It’s imperative that Koscielny and his defensive partner contain the likes of Benteke, Fabian Delph, and Jack Grealish.
Santi Cazorla: Cazorla was moved into a deeper role by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger. Since then, the Spaniard has been fantastic. His driving runs forward have opened up space, plus his vision and technique have added extra elements to the Gunners attack. He'll be relied upon whenever Aston Villa sits deep.
Santi Cazorla: Cazorla was moved into a deeper role by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger. Since then, the Spaniard has been fantastic. His driving runs forward have opened up space, plus his vision and technique have added extra elements to the Gunners attack. He’ll be relied upon whenever Aston Villa sits deep.
Alexis Sanchez: The Chilean star has been one of the best players in the Premier League this season. He's scored 23 goals in all competitions, three of which have come in the FA Cup. Sanchez will be the main dangerman for Arsenal in the final third with his speed and finishing prowess.
Alexis Sanchez: The Chilean star has been one of the best players in the Premier League this season. He’s scored 23 goals in all competitions, three of which have come in the FA Cup. Sanchez will be the main dangerman for Arsenal in the final third with his speed and finishing prowess.
Olivier Giroud: Arsenal's main striker scored just twice against the other top-four sides in the Premier League this season. Giroud also managed just one Champions League goal this year. This is a big match for the Gunners, so the Frenchman has to be clinical in the penalty area.
Olivier Giroud: Arsenal’s main striker scored just twice against the other top-four sides in the Premier League this season. Giroud also managed just one Champions League goal this year. This is a big match for the Gunners, so the Frenchman has to be clinical in the penalty area.
Shay Given: Like Wojciech Szczesny, Given will likely start since the Aston Villa backup has been the go-to in the FA Cup. The Irishman is 39 years old, but he's been solid for Villa in the competition. His experience will be incredibly valuable in the final for a relatively inexperienced defence.
Shay Given: Like Wojciech Szczesny, Given will likely start since the Aston Villa backup has been the go-to in the FA Cup. The Irishman is 39 years old, but he’s been solid for Villa in the competition. His experience will be incredibly valuable in the final for a relatively inexperienced defence.
Ron Vlaar: The Dutch international adds some experience to Aston Villa's defence. With the slightly raw Nathan Baker beside him, it will be up to Vlaar to lead the back line against a fast, lethal Arsenal attack.
Ron Vlaar: The Dutch international adds some experience to Aston Villa’s defence. With the slightly raw Nathan Baker beside him, it will be up to Vlaar to lead the back line against a fast, lethal Arsenal attack.
Fabian Delph: The Englishman was one of the Premier League's most underrated midfielders this year. Delph also scored the winning goal against Liverpool in the FA Cup semifinals. His box-to-box presence will be vital in this final vs. Arsenal.
Fabian Delph: The Englishman was one of the Premier League’s most underrated midfielders this year. Delph also scored the winning goal against Liverpool in the FA Cup semifinals. His box-to-box presence will be vital in this final vs. Arsenal.
Jack Grealish: Aston Villa's 19-year-old winger has become a starter under manager Tim Sherwood, and Grealish hasn't disappointed. The Irish-born midfielder is composed on the ball and has the ability to cut inside and cause a ruckus in the centre of the pitch.
Jack Grealish: Aston Villa’s 19-year-old winger has become a starter under manager Tim Sherwood, and Grealish hasn’t disappointed. The Irish-born midfielder is composed on the ball and has the ability to cut inside and cause a ruckus in the centre of the pitch.
Christian Benteke: Benteke has gone through a resurgence since Tim Sherwood was appointed as manager. The Belgian has scored 12 goals in all competitions compared to just one under Paul Lambert. The forward is in top form at the right time and will be tough to contain.
Christian Benteke: Benteke has gone through a resurgence since Tim Sherwood was appointed as manager. The Belgian has scored 12 goals in all competitions compared to just one under Paul Lambert. The forward is in top form at the right time and will be tough to contain.

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