Arsenal FC vs Chelsea FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Arsenal FC vs Chelsea FC Match Prediction & Analysis

A rejuvenated Arsenal, bolstered by the luxury of resting key players in their recent Champions League encounter, is set to clash with a determined Chelsea at Anfield this Sunday at 7 PM IST. 

The Gunners head into the game having gone winless in their last three Premier League games while the Blues had a run of two successive games wherein they faced the likes of Southampton and Leicester, winning both. With contrasting ambitions, Arsenal and Chelsea both have their sights set on all three points.

Current Standings: Arsenal, sitting comfortably in 2nd place with 55 points, aim to close the gap at the top. Meanwhile, Chelsea, trailing by just six points in 4th, are eager to tighten the race. 

Head-to-Head Record: Arsenal holds a slight edge in this rivalry, boasting 26 wins from 65 encounters, while Chelsea lags behind with 20 victories, and 19 games have ended in draws.

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Arsenal's title hopes have stumbled in recent weeks, with a 1-0 defeat to West Ham, a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest, and a frustrating 1-1 stalemate with Manchester United. As a result of which, the Gunners find themselves trailing by 15 points to the league leaders Liverpool. So, are the Gunners out of the title race?

The largest points deficit overturned to win the Premier League stands at 13, a feat Arsenal themselves achieved in the iconic 1997-98 season. Back then, the Gunners went on a stunning 10-match winning streak, conceding just three goals to snatch the title by a single point. With a similar number of games left and an even bigger gap to bridge, all they can do now is to dream. 

Arsenal's shocking 1-0 defeat to West Ham in their last home game was their first Premier League loss at the Emirates this season. The Gunners haven’t suffered back-to-back home defeats since April 2022. With the Gunners desperate for a turnaround and six home games left, the historic Anfield could be the perfect stage for their revival to begin.

Team News 

Amid Arsenal's injury woes, there's a silver lining as Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli is set for a comeback, providing a much-needed boost to the Gunners' attack.

Arsenal Probable XI -  Raya (GK) ; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Nwaneri, Martinelli, Trossard

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Unlike Arsenal, Chelsea come into the clash with wins under their belt. However, those victories were against relegation-threatened sides. The Blues have now gone winless in their last six Premier League away games since their 4-3 triumph over Tottenham in December and are reeling from three consecutive away defeats.  A major reason behind Chelsea's struggles this sesis their lack of firepower up front. Finding the back of the net has been a challenge, and against Arsenal's solid defense, it won't get any easier.

While Chelsea are back to winning ways, Cole Palmer's goal drought remains a concern. After missing his first Premier League penalty against Leicester, his barren run stretched to seven games (683 minutes) since his last goal against Bournemouth in January. With 29 shots since last he had success, the Blues will be hoping their main man finds his form against Arsenal. 

Team News 

Chelsea faces their own share of injury concerns with key players like Nicolas Jackson, and Noni Madueke, sidelined, while Mykhaylo Mudryk serves a suspension. Adding to the concern, Blues fans anxiously await news on Malo Gusto's fitness, as the French defender has missed the last two games with an ankle injury. 

Chelsea Probable XI -  Sanchez (GK); James, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Sancho, Palmer, Nkunku; Neto

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Winning Prediction

Chelsea failed to beat the Arsenal in their last five Premier League encounters. With Chelsea's dreadful away form and Arsenal's home dominance, the Gunners are clear favorites to claim victory in this contest.

Given Arsenal's formidable home record and their recent edge over Chelsea, it's no surprise that the Gunners are the clear favorites in this clash. Arsenal's odds are 1.82, while Chelsea's are 4.40, and a draw stands at 3.75.

Arsenal to Win (1-0)

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