Welcome to Extratips: Chelsea vs Arsenal Match Preview & Prediction – Premier League 2025/2026

All eyes are on Stamford Bridge as Chelsea host Arsenal this Sunday at 16:30. It’s a London clash where both sides want to prove a point. Chelsea sit 3rd with 20 points from 11 games; Arsenal are flying at the top, boasting 26 points and just one defeat so far. Recent team news reveals both squads are nearly full-strength, but watch for late fitness tests, especially with Arsenal’s intense fixture list.

Odds Watch: Bookies offer Chelsea at 3.20, a Draw at 3.30, and Arsenal at 2.25. This says Arsenal arrive as slight favorites after strong away wins. For goals, 'Over 2.5' is priced at 1.91, while 'Both Teams to Score' is 1.70—expect goals!

In their last five head-to-heads: Arsenal won 1-0, drew 1-1, thumped Chelsea 5-0, drew 2-2, and won 3-1. Arsenal dominated, scoring 12 goals to Chelsea’s 4. At home, Chelsea have struggled—just two wins in their last five at Stamford Bridge (W2 D1 L2). Arsenal’s away form shines, with three wins, a draw, and a single loss.

Strengths? Chelsea have pace on the wings and midfield creativity, but struggle keeping clean sheets and kill off tight games. Arsenal’s pressing, link-up play, and solid defense set them apart, though they are sometimes vulnerable to set-pieces and start slow after midweek games.

Key storylines: Can Chelsea break the tide after a rough run? Will Arsenal keep their away momentum? This derby rarely disappoints and is loaded with drama.