Alexis Sanchez risks Wenger's wrath after Chile display

Chilean scores twice in a brilliant performance against Uruguay, but his thigh was heavily strapped after injury scare

Alexis Sanchez
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Alexis Sanchez has been hailed as one of the best players in the world after a superb two-goal display for Chile against Uruguay, but Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will have watched his performance from behind the sofa after begging Chile not to play him.

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