Arsenal vs Chelsea Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup

League leaders Arsenal (1st) host a resurgent Chelsea (5th) in a high-stakes clash at the Emirates. With the Gunners chasing their first title in 22 years, this derby could decide the season.

Match Facts

Arsenal leads the table with 61 points, but Manchester City is breathing down their necks just two points behind.

Under manager Liam Rosenior, Chelsea is unbeaten in their last six league games, though back-to-back draws have slowed their top-four charge.

Chelsea has seen both teams score in their last six matches across all competitions. Arsenal has scored 56 goals this season, the second-highest in the league.

Arsenal is unbeaten in their last 10 meetings against Chelsea (7 wins, 3 draws). They already knocked the Blues out of the Carabao Cup 4-2 on aggregate this season.

Arsenal's in-form Viktor Gyökeres (10 goals) will test a Chelsea defense missing the suspended Wesley Fofana.

Predicted Lineup

Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Eze, Trossard; Gyokeres

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Gusto; Caicedo, Santos; Palmer, Fernandez, Neto; Pedro

Prediction of AI

Arsenal enters as the favorite following their 4-1 demolition of Tottenham. While Chelsea’s individual quality—led by Cole Palmer—can hurt any team, their defensive lapses without Fofana may be exploited by Arsenal's ruthless attack. Expect a high-energy game where home advantage proves decisive.

Score Prediction: Arsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea.

Kick Off Time?

Competition: Premier League (Round 28)

Kick-off (GMT): 16:30, Sunday 1 March 2026

Stadium, location: Emirates Stadium, London, England

How to Watch in the UK and US?

In the UK: Live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Streaming via NOW.

In the US: Exclusively available to stream live on Peacock.

TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Livesports808 live updates for other countries.