Per Mertesacker praised Arsenal's ability to cope without key players as they get set to face Burnley in the FA Cup fourth round. Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker feels the team spirit at the club has never been higher as the holders prepare to host Burnley in the FA Cup on Saturday. The fourth-round tie will see Arsene Wenger's men continue their bid to win the tournament for a third consecutive year, but comes after a three-game winless run. Arsenal drew against Liverpool and Stoke City in the Premier League before suffering a home defeat to rivals Chelsea last Sunday in a match that saw Mertesacker sent off in the first half, meaning he is unable to face Burnley due to suspension. But...
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