Walcott warning for Slavia

Walcott, 18, marked his first start in Europe's premier club competition with two goals in an impressive display from a more central attacking role as the Czechs were crushed 7-0 at Emirates Stadium a fortnight ago.

Adebayor said: "We all know that Theo is a good player, and we all trust him as well. The way he plays, at times it is unbelievable because he is running from everywhere. Theo is very quick and uses his pace very well. Hopefully he can do that again."

The England Under-21 international is expected to feature again at the Evzena Rosickeho Stadium tonight, where Wenger will rotate his side.

And Gunners coach Arsene Wenger is more than happy with the progress of the attack-minded youngster.

He said: "Theo is doing well at the moment, like against Sheffield United in the Carling Cup as well as the first game against Slavia Prague.

"I give him the experience as much as I can, but as well he is very close to the team. It is another good opportunity for him."

Wenger elected to rest both 11-goal midfielder Cesc Fabregas and Alexander Hleb for the trip to the Czech Republic, while defender Kolo Toure (calf) and Tomas Rosicky (groin) also missed out because of injury.

Wenger maintained he had no concerns over his selection policy as Arsenal look to extend their unbeaten run to 26 consecutive matches, with a draw enough to send the Group H leaders into the knock-out stages.

"I said before the game against Manchester United that I would rotate a bit more because we come into a period where it is needed." he insisted.