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Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Matt Upson
Former Arsenal defender on BBC Radio 5 Live
On Reece James playing in midfield...
No surprise that James has stepped into that area of the pitch. He brings defensive stability.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Nizaar Kinsella
BBC Sport Chelsea reporter
Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger is at the Emirates Stadium as a guest of Arsenal.
He was seen taking selfies with fans and chatting to the club's chief executive, Richard Garlick.
And whoever drops points today may be reminded that, in Jagger's words, they can't always get what they want.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Cole Palmer was back to his best in helping Chelsea beat Brighton 4-3 last weekend, scoring the winner in the 74th minute.
The England international has scored 49 goals in 98 Premier League games for Chelsea since joining from Manchester City for £40m in 2023.
Should he score against Arsenal, Palmer will become only the third Chelsea player to reach a half-century of Premier League goals in fewer than 100 games.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Steve Round
Former Arsenal assistant coach speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live
This team when Arsenal lose the ball, the whole team sprint back like animals.
It's unbelievable when you watch them. They're so good in a deep block.
I think Arsenal will be very similar to what they were last season.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Nedum Onuoha
Former Manchester City defender on BBC Radio 5 Live
For Xabi Alonso, if we disregard the Real Madrid situation, that's the toughest job to have in world football.
Go back to Bayer Leverkusen when they went unbeaten, and they won the title for the first time in their history.
A lot of that was built around defensive solidity. In that season, for Leverkusen, they conceded 24 goals in 34 games. That was a foundation for who they were.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Ashley Young
Match of the Day pundit on BBC Radio 5 Live
I am looking forward to it. You have got a fantastic defensive line, with an abundance of talent in Arsenal's ranks.
With Chelsea's attacking line, it seems like they are going to be firing all season. The connection they have got is just fantastic.
I don't want to say Chelsea are going to win or Arsenal's defence is going to come out on top.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
So far this season, they have faced the fewest shots (11) and shots on target (one) and have allowed opponents the lowest collective expected goals tally (0.54) of any side.
They are yet to concede a goal in three games, including the 3-0 Community Shield win against Manchester City.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Arsenal's defence is the best out there. They haven't even looked like conceding a goal yet but this Chelsea front three will test them.
Chelsea have found the net seven times to Arsenal's four but have conceded five fewer.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, speaking to Sky Sports, says Levi Colwill is not in the starting XI as he has had "little things during the week".
On Moises Caicedo's absence: "He was close. But there is no point in taking a risk at this moment. We need to be cautious."
On his friendship with Mikel Arteta: "I'm looking forward to seeing him. But once the referee blows the whistle it's game on."
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Nizaar Kinsella
BBC Sport Chelsea reporter
Manager Xabi Alonso was coy on the availability of midfielder Moises Caicedo, but Chelsea's team selection has confirmed his absence.
It is a blow for the Blues to be without one of their key players for such a difficult match at the Emirates Stadium.
Defender Levi Colwill is also only fit enough for the bench, with Josh Acheampong coming into the side in his place amid reports Colwill is managing a minor fitness issue.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Morgan Rogers is the man who sat top of Arsenal's summer transfer wishlist but he'll be playing at the Emirates in Chelsea blue today.
He's started life in west London in fine fashion after a £117m move from Aston Villa but today, he comes up the Premier League's best defence.
Image source, Getty ImagesArsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
FT: Everton 2-2 Man Utd
Image source, Getty ImagesEverton goalscorer Ainsley Maitland-Niles, speaking to Sky Sports: "It felt like a win. We dug deep and managed to get a point in the end. The crowd were with us and we were fighting to the end and that's why you get those results.
On his goal: "It's amazing, everyone wants to start off like that and thankfully I did. The ball fell to me on the edge of the box, I put my foot through it and it ended up in the top corner which I'm happy about."
On making an instant impact: "I came in to work hard. It's a team full of hardworkers so I fit right in. I'm going to show I can fit right in and pull my weight and give as much as everyone else, if not more."
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
Julien Laurens
ESPN journalist on BBC Radio 5 Live
Image source, Getty ImagesOne way of getting more of that possession and being less exposed is having that dominant midfielder.
Chelsea missed out on Alex Scott, and they missed on Lamine Camara.
You're left with Moises Caceido, Romeo Lavia and Valentín Barco. As we said, Reece James, I expect to play him there today against Arsenal.
Chelsea clearly wanted another midfielder and they don't have him.
Arsenal v Chelsea (16:30 BST)
We will have some reaction coming from the Hill Dickinson soon, but let's turn our attention to the Emirates...
FT: Everton 2-2 Man Utd
Pat Nevin
Former Everton winger on BBC Radio 5 Live
The point gives you a massive lift if you're Everton.
There are players out there capable of living with the best teams. They will battle, and they will work with each other.
In the end, there are going to be injuries. Can you imagine if Jack Grealish picks up another injury? He came on and completely changed the game.
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FT: Everton 2-2 Man Utd
FT: Everton 2-2 Man Utd
Need a lie down now!
We'll carry on with reaction to this one as we build up to the big one today - Arsenal v Chelsea.
What a day.
FT: Everton 2-2 Man Utd
Three goals in 13 minutes at the end of the game.
Good things come to those who wait.
| Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points | Form, Last 6 games, Oldest first |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 9 |
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| 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 9 |
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| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
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| 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 6 |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
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| 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 4 |
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| 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 4 |
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| 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
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| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 3 |
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| 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 3 |
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| 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 2 |
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| 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 2 |
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| 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 1 |
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| 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 1 |
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| 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 0 |
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| 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 0 |
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Manager: Mikel Arteta
Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Manager: Xabi Alonso
Formation: 3 - 4 - 2 - 1
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Dominant period
Match momentum measures the swing of the match by comparing each team’s threat to see who is more likely to score within that minute. The momentum value is the difference between each team’s most dangerous moment, or team threat, in that minute.
Match momentum measures the swing of the match by comparing each team’s threat to see who is more likely to score within that minute. The momentum value is the difference between each team’s most dangerous moment, or team threat, in that minute.
| Minute | Team with most threat |
|---|---|
Kick off 1' | Chelsea |
2' | ChelseaGoal |
3' | Chelsea |
4' | Chelsea |
5' | Arsenal |
6' | Arsenal |
7' | Arsenal |
8' | Arsenal |
9' | Arsenal |
10' | Arsenal |
11' | Arsenal |
12' | Arsenal |
13' | Arsenal |
14' | Arsenal |
15' | Arsenal |
16' | Arsenal |
17' | Arsenal |
18' | Arsenal |
19' | Arsenal |
20' | Arsenal |
21' | Chelsea |
22' | Chelsea |
23' | Arsenal |
24' | Arsenal |
25' | ArsenalGoal |
26' | Arsenal |
27' | Chelsea |
28' | Chelsea |
29' | Chelsea |
30' | Arsenal |
31' | Arsenal |
32' | Arsenal |
33' | Arsenal |
34' | Arsenal |
35' | Arsenal |
36' | Arsenal |
37' | Arsenal |
38' | Arsenal |
39' | Arsenal |
40' | Arsenal |
41' | Chelsea |
42' | Chelsea |
43' | Chelsea |
44' | Chelsea |
45' | Chelsea |
45'+1 | Arsenal |
45'+2 | Arsenal |
45'+3 | Arsenal |
45'+4 | Arsenal |
Half time 45'+5 | Arsenal |
46' | Arsenal |
47' | Chelsea |
48' | Arsenal |
49' | Arsenal |
50' | ArsenalGoal |
51' | Arsenal |
52' | Arsenal |
53' | Arsenal |
54' | Arsenal |
55' | Arsenal |
56' | Arsenal |
57' | Arsenal |
58' | Chelsea |
59' | Arsenal |
60' | Arsenal |
61' | Chelsea |
62' | Chelsea |
63' | Chelsea |
64' | Chelsea |
65' | Chelsea |
66' | Arsenal |
67' | Arsenal |
68' | Arsenal |
69' | Arsenal |
70' | Arsenal |
71' | Arsenal |
72' | Arsenal |
73' | Arsenal |
74' | Arsenal |
75' | Arsenal |
76' | Chelsea |
77' | Chelsea |
78' | Chelsea |
79' | Chelsea |
80' | Chelsea |
81' | Chelsea |
82' | Chelsea |
83' | Chelsea |
84' | Chelsea |
85' | Chelsea |
86' | Arsenal |
87' | Arsenal |
88' | Chelsea |
89' | Chelsea |
90' | Chelsea |
90'+1 | Chelsea |
90'+2 | Chelsea |
90'+3 | Chelsea |
90'+4 | Chelsea |
Full time 90'+5 | Chelsea |
Premier League
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All competitions
Arsenal are unbeaten in their last nine Premier League matches against Chelsea (W6 D3), their best unbeaten run against the Blues since a run of 19 between 1995 and 2005.
Chelsea have lost their last four away Premier League games against Arsenal by an aggregate score of 11-2. Their last win there was in August 2021, a 2-0 victory.
Arsenal have lost just one of their last 29 Premier League London derbies (W22 D6) and are unbeaten in their last 16 (W12 D4). The last side to have a longer unbeaten run was the Gunners themselves between August 2022 and November 2023 (17 games).
Chelsea have started 2026-27 with three consecutive wins in all competitions (two in the Premier League, one in the League Cup). The Blues last won their opening four games to a season in 2016-17 (Antonio Conte’s first four) and their opening three Premier League games in 2018-19 (under Maurizio Sarri).
Arsenal have won their first two Premier League matches this season but only once in the last 21 seasons have the Gunners started their campaign with three wins, doing so in 2022-23.
Chelsea’s two Premier League matches this season have seen 12 goals (7 for, 5 against), the joint-third most in a side’s first two games of a campaign in the competition, behind only Arsenal in 2004-05 (13) and Leeds United in 2020-21 (14). They could become the first side to see their opening three games of a top-flight season all have 5+ goals since Arsenal in 1988-89.
Across the first two matchdays of 2026-27, Arsenal faced the fewest shots (11), the fewest shots on target (1) and allowed their opponents the lowest xG (0.54) of any Premier League side. Since 2022-23, the Gunners have had 16 games where their opponents haven’t had a shot on target – twice as many as any other side (Liverpool, 8).
Bukayo Saka has scored in each of his last two Premier League appearances, last scoring in more consecutively in January/February 2024 (5 in a row). The last Arsenal player to score in their first three games in a season was Alexandre Lacazette in 2020-21.
Cole Palmer has scored 49 goals in 98 Premier League games for Chelsea. Only two players have reached 50 for the Blues in fewer than 100 games – Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink (84) and Diego Costa (85).
João Pedro has scored and assisted in both of Chelsea’s Premier League games this season, the first player to do so in the club’s first two matches of a campaign. The only player to score and assist in each of his first three appearances of a Premier League season is West Ham’s Michail Antonio in 2021-22.
