Arsenal FC vs Chelsea FC, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

Arsenal FC vs Chelsea FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Fresh off a commanding 4-1 rout of Tottenham in Matchweek 27, a rejuvenated Arsenal head into a blockbuster clash with Chelsea brimming with confidence.

The Blues, meanwhile, arrive on shakier ground after back-to-back draws against bottom-placed sides. For Chelsea, it’s a test of character; for Arsenal, a prime chance to pile on the pressure and strengthen their grip at the top.

Current Standings: Arsenal continues to lead the table with 61 points, while Chelsea are at five with 45 points. 

Head-to-Head Record: Arsenal holds a slight edge in this rivalry, boasting 27 wins from 67 encounters, while Chelsea lags behind with 20 victories, and 19 games have ended in draws. 

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After two frustrating results, Arsenal roared back to form with a commanding 4-1 win over Tottenham. They dominated possession (60%), fired 20 shots, and were powered by braces from Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres. 

The victory restored their five-point cushion at the top, and with just one defeat in their last 25 Premier League London derbies (W18 D6), the Gunners will be confident of extending that advantage this Sunday.

Stats that matter

1. Since the start of 2022-23, Arsenal have scored in all but two of the 44 London derbies.
2. Arsenal are on a five match unbeaten run in the Premier League.
3. Only once have they lost at the Emirates Stadium in the league this season. 

Team News

Arsenal do have a few fitness worries. Bukayo Saka was forced off in the last game, and Ben White missed out entirely. The encouraging news, though, is that both are expected to be in contention this weekend along with Kai Havertz. 

Arsenal Probable XI -  David Raya (GK); Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Piero Hincapie, Declan Rice, Martín Zubimendi, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke. 

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Chelsea’s frustrations deepened last weekend as they were held by 19th-placed Burnley, days after a 2-2 slip against newly-promoted Leeds. Joao Pedro’s fourth-minute strike had them on course for victory — even after going down to 10 men — but a late set-piece lapse saw them concede in stoppage time. 

The final whistle was met with boos, and rightly so. These were winnable home games that could have lifted them above Manchester United heading into Matchweek 28.

Stats that matter 

1. Chelsea have dropped 17 points from winning positions at home this season in the league.
2. The Blues have had eight of their players being sent off in all competitions (excluding the club WC) this season, most by any Premier League club since 2015-2016 season.
3. Chelsea have remained unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches. 

Team News

Chelsea will be without Wesley Fofana, suspended after his red card against Burnley, while Marc Cucurella remains out injured. 

Chelsea Probable XI -  Robert Sanchez (GK); Reece James, Josh Acheampong, Trevoh Chalobah, Malo Gusto, Moises Caicedo, Andrey Santos, Enzo Fernandez, Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto.

ARSENAL FC vs CHELSEA FC
Winning Prediction

The numbers don’t favor Chelsea. Since Mikel Arteta took charge in 2019, the Blues have beaten Arsenal just once in 15 meetings in all competitions, with the Gunners netting 31 goals in that stretch, which is their most against any single league opponent in that period.

In the meantime, Chelsea can cling to the 1-1 draw in the reverse fixture and their perfect away record under Rosenior for belief. Still, with two first-choice defenders missing and Arsenal riding momentum, the edge tilts toward a home win. 

Arsenal to win 2-1.

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