Arsenal Vs Chelsea are expected to reignite their rivalry in the London Derby coming up this week at the Emirates Stadium, MySportDab reports.
Both teams already played against each other at Stamford Bridge which saw them both held themselves to a 1-1 draw.
Both Mikel Arteta and Enzo Maresca would look to make the better of the second leg knowing there is a lot on the line.
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Arsenal Vs Chelsea Match Preview
Both clubs are determined to secure vital points as they vie for a top-four finish this season which has been filled with a lot.
Although Arsenal’s title challenge has faded with them now trailing Liverpool by a significant margin.
Their focus remains on European qualification and maintaining momentum going forward with more big games ahead for them.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are eager to bridge the gap in the top-four race but face additional pressure due to a prolonged run of poor performances on the road.
Arsenal have enjoyed a strong record in this fixture, remaining unbeaten in their last six Premier League encounters against Chelsea at home.
Chelsea’s away form has been patchy, having failed to secure a victory in several recent visits, which adds to the Gunners’ confidence.
This match between Arsenal Vs Chelsea might prove a lot and go on to also impact their current position on the Premier League table.
Team News And Injury
Manager Mikel Arteta is likely to stick with a familiar setup while trying to regain consistency with his side.
Key attacking options like Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus remain sidelined due to injuries.
Top players such as Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice provides creative impetus in midfield for the Gunners.
Additionally, young talent Ethan Nwaneri might feature, potentially marking a milestone if he finds the net before his 18th birthday.
Meanwhile for Enzo Maresca, he is keen to stabilize his side, particularly on the road and ensure they are able to keep up with a good performance all through games.
The Blues have faced challenges away from home, and recent tactical tweaks include solidifying the goalkeeper position.
Robert Sanchez is confirmed to start following his return after an earlier setback which saw him getting dropped.
Meanwhile, injuries continue to hamper their forward options, with Cole Palmer yet to break his goal drought.
Arteta is expected to set up his side to press high and capitalize on quick transitions which has been their style for a while.
The Gunners will likely rely on the creativity of their midfield players like Odegaard to orchestrate attacks and exploit the gaps in Chelsea’s defence.
In response, Maresca’s team will probably adopt a counter-attacking approach, though their ability to break down a compact Arsenal side remains in question.
Recent analysis suggests that while Chelsea can dominate possession in spurts, their defensive frailties on the road have been costly.
Arsenal Vs Chelsea Possible Lineup
Both Mikel Arteta and Enzo Maresca would look to name a strong team after getting the opportunity to rest their players.
The Gunners a less strong team during their midweek game against PSV in the Champions League.
While the Blues also did same giving their youth team opportunity against Copenhagen which they won by 1-0.
Arsenal XI
David Raya
Jurrien Timber
William Saliba
Gabriel Magalhães
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Martin Ødegaard
Thomas Partey
Declan Rice
Ethan Nwaneri
Mikel Merino
Leandro Trossard
Chelsea XI
Robert Sanchez
Reece James
Wesley Fofana
Levi Colwill
Marc Cucurella
Enzo Fernandez
Moises Caicedo
Jadon Sancho
Cole Palmer
Pedro Neto
Christopher Nkunku
Kickoff Time
The clash is set for Sunday, 16 March 2025 at the Emirates Stadium, with kickoff scheduled at 2:30 PM Nigerian time.
You can also check from your location to know when the game will be kicking off as both teams are looking to get something.
This rescheduled fixture comes as part of a weekend reshuffle prompted by other high‐profile matches, including a Carabao Cup final later in the day.
Arsenal Vs Chelsea Predictions
Given Arsenal’s impressive home record against Chelsea and the visitors’ struggles away from home, the Gunners are favored to edge a narrow victory.
A 2–1 win for Arsenal seems a plausible outcome, with both sides expected to score as the match unfolds in a tightly contested derby.
However, the Blues can’t be ruled out just yet as they could be a surprise at the Emirates if things go in their favor.
This London derby promises intensity, tactical intrigue, and high stakes for both teams as they push for European qualification.
Fans can expect a spirited contest where Arsenal’s home advantage and historical edge could prove decisive against a Chelsea side looking to reverse their away form woes.
