We welcome to the weekend with one of the most tantalizing matches in a London Derby as Arsenal host Chelsea. The match schedules for Sunday at Emirates Stadium with kickoff at 3:30 pm.
The Gunners got off to a rude shock after a 2-0 defeat to newcomers Brentford. On the other hand, Chelsea began their title seeking campaign with a triumphant 3-0 win over Crystal Palace
The beginning of the new season put more pressure on Mikel Arteta, especially after Captain Pierre Aubameyang and Alexander Lacazette were unavailable to select for positive coronavirus tests.
Furthermore, they faced an incensed Brentford side without 74 years of Premier League football in front of a packed stadium. It ended with a 2-0 win for Brentford, who looked threatening both halves.
In addition, the loss put a lot of speculation over the preparedness for the Gunners. However, it followed with the resigning of Martin Odegaard and Ramsale on permanent deals. There is still too many players that need to leave with the transfer window approaching its end.
On the other hand, Thomas Tuchel continued his impressive stance in the Premier League with a 3-0 win over Crystal Palace. Furthermore, the signing of Romelu Lukaku became official for a record fee.
Gaining momentum from their Super Cup win against Villarreal, there is much to look forward for the London Derby.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Head to Head
Both sides have 41 games against each other with Arsenal taking14 wins while Chelsea with 19 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Brentford 2-0 Arsenal
- Tottenham 1-0 Arsenal
- Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea
- Rangers 2-2 Arsenal
- Hibernian 2-1 Arsenal
Away
- Chelsea 3-0 Crystal Palace
- Chelsea 1-1 Villarreal
- Tottenham 2-2 Chelsea
- Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 2-1 Bournemouth
Arsenal Team News
Attacking pair Aubameyang and Lacazette remain unavailable after positive coronavirus tests at the camp. The match comes too soon for Odegaard and Ramsdale despite starting ground training. Therefore, Martinelli and Balogun will have to start up top. We expect Granit Xhaka to pair with Sambi Lokonga.
Arsenal Team News
N’golo Kante will get the green light to start up at the Emirates alongside Ballon Dior pair Jorginho. It comes the perfect time for Romelu Lukaku to earn his first debut in Blues. Christian Pulisic tested positive for coronavirus and remains unavailable.
Prediction and Odds
Even though it is not full strength from the hosts, we expect a battle in a London Derby.
- Chelsea Win
- Goals Under 2.5
- Lukaku to Score
