Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge promises to be a significant encounter, as both teams are currently tied on 18 points. Chelsea enters the match following an impressive 8-0 victory in the Conference League, while Arsenal is grappling with back-to-back defeats . This match presents an opportunity for Chelsea to capitalize on their home advantage and potentially break their winless streak against Arsenal that dates back to August 2021.
Chelsea enter the clash brimming with confidence after a sensational 8-0 victory over FC Noah in the Conference League, keeping their perfect record in the competition intact. The Blues also put up a solid fight in their last Premier League outing, earning a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Manchester United, thanks to a stunning equaliser from Moises Caicedo. Their recent performances suggest that Chelsea are finding their rhythm, and they’ll be keen to extend their run of good form against their London rivals.
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For Arsenal, however, this is their championship window. Only a month ago, they were favored to win the Premier League in betting odds, presumably for the first time in years. Man City is far from dominant after Rodri’s injury and Kevin De Bruyne’s continued absences. Liverpool, as impressive as they have been, is under new management after Jürgen Klopp’s departure and has questionable depth for a championship run. 
Chelsea possible starting lineup: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, James; Caicedo, Lavia; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson
Arsenal possible starting lineup: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Odegaard, Jorginho, Partey; Saka, Jesus, Martinelli
From a tactical perspective, Chelsea's direct style under manager Enzo Maresca contrasts sharply with Arsenal's patient approach led by Mikel Arteta. The predicted lineups suggest that Chelsea will deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring key players such as Reece James and Nicolas Jackson . In contrast, Arsenal is likely to field a strong 4-3-3 lineup aimed at breaking their slump. Despite recent struggles, Arteta has historically performed well against Chelsea.
Chelsea cruised to an 8-0 thumping of Armenian minnows Noah in the Conference League on Thursday with Enzo Maresca once again heavily rotating his side. They missed an opportunity to secure a rare win at Manchester United last weekend, settling for a 1-1 draw, but they're ahead of Sunday's opponents in the Premier League table on goal difference.
This matchup will be crucial not only for immediate league standings but also for momentum heading into the international break. As both teams aim for a top-four finish, the outcome of this fixture could have lasting implications for their respective seasons. Fans can catch all the action live via Sky Sports at 4:30 PM GMT.
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