Kick-off is at 16:30 local London time at the “Emirates” stadium, where “Arsenal” will try to protect their lead in the title race, while “Chelsea” come to North London chasing a Champions League place. The teams know each other well, and recent meetings have been tight and ill-tempered at times, so small details - set pieces, discipline, and game management - can decide the outcome.
Teams Current Form
“Arsenal” look more stable and consistent right now, with a stronger defensive structure and more control in midfield. “Chelsea” have had spells of strong attacking football but have dropped points in winnable games and continue to struggle with discipline.
“Arsenal” form
The hosts are creating chances regularly and look dangerous from wide areas and set pieces. Even when the rhythm dips, they tend to stay compact and avoid giving opponents easy transition moments. After a strong derby win last time out, “Arsenal” should arrive with confidence and clear momentum.
“Chelsea” form
The visitors are capable of threatening any opponent on their day - especially through quick combinations in the final third - but their performances have been uneven. They have conceded late goals in recent weeks and have often made life harder for themselves with cards and suspensions, which affects both structure and selection.
Probable Lineups
“Arsenal” lineup
4-2-3-1:
David Raya, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, Piero Hincapié, Martín Zubimendi, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, Gabriel Martinelli, Viktor Gyökeres.
“Chelsea” lineup
4-2-3-1:
Robert Sánchez, Reece James, Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah, Malo Gusto, Andrey Santos, Moisés Caicedo, Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernández, Pedro Neto, João Pedro.
Who will not play
“Arsenal”: Mikel Merino, Kai Havertz, Ben White.
“Chelsea”: Wesley Fofana (suspended), Jamie Gittens, Levi Colwill, Filip Jørgensen, Marc Cucurella (doubt), Estêvão Willian (doubt).
The most accurate information on the lineups will be presented on the clubs’ official pages before the meeting on match day.
Statistics for the Last 5 Matches
“Arsenal”
Tottenham Hotspur 1–4 Arsenal - Premier League - 22.02.26
Wolverhampton Wanderers 2–2 Arsenal - Premier League - 18.02.26
Arsenal 4–0 Wigan Athletic - FA Cup (Fourth Round) - 15.02.26
Brentford 1–1 Arsenal - Premier League - 12.02.26
Arsenal 3–0 Sunderland - Premier League - 07.02.26
“Chelsea”
Chelsea 1–1 Burnley - Premier League - 21.02.26
Hull City 0–4 Chelsea - FA Cup (Fourth Round) - 13.02.26
Chelsea 2–2 Leeds United - Premier League - 10.02.26
Wolverhampton Wanderers 1–3 Chelsea - Premier League - 07.02.26
Arsenal 1–0 Chelsea - EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) Semi-Final (Second Leg) - 03.02.26
Head-to-Head Statistics
Arsenal 1–0 Chelsea - EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) Semi-Final (Second Leg) - 03.02.26
Chelsea 2–3 Arsenal - EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) Semi-Final (First Leg) - 14.01.26
Chelsea 1–1 Arsenal - Premier League - 30.11.25
Arsenal 1–0 Chelsea - Premier League - 16.03.25
Chelsea 1–1 Arsenal - Premier League - 10.11.24
Main prediction for the “Arsenal” - “Chelsea” game
Arsenal L – Chelsea: forecast on event 1 March 2026
Arsenal L Win
Our analysts believe that “Arsenal” have the edge at home due to their stronger control without the ball and more reliable chance creation. The most likely scenario is a home win in a tense derby where “Chelsea” will have phases, but “Arsenal” should manage the key moments better.
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Additional predictions
Arsenal L – Chelsea: forecast on event 1 March 2026
Both teams to score
We also consider Both Teams to Score a strong alternative option for this match. Given the attacking quality on both sides and the recent head-to-head trend where chances have been created regularly, it would not be surprising to see goals at both ends. While “Arsenal” may control larger phases of the game, “Chelsea” have enough pace and creativity in the final third to find the net, especially if the match opens up in the second half.
