The last time these sides met in the Premier League was in November, when they played out a 1-1 draw. This time, they clash in the EFL Cup semi-finals, where Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior aims for his first win against a Premier League opponent.
It's EFL Cup semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Chelsea host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will be aiming to maintain his impressive unbeaten record against the Blues.
📈Team Form📉
🔹 Chelsea EFL Cup Form: Ended a five-match winless run with a 5-1 FA Cup thrashing of Charlton Athletic.
🔸 Arsenal EFL Cup Form: Have won eight of their last nine games, including a 4-1 FA Cup comeback against Portsmouth.
📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Chelsea have scored and conceded in each of their last seven matches.
🔥 Chelsea have netted in 12 consecutive home games.
🔥 Arsenal are on a 13-match scoring streak away from home.
🔥 Arsenal are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Chelsea, last losing at Stamford Bridge in August 2018.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🔵Chelsea | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:
Rosenior’s reshuffled side showed attacking verve against Charlton, but defensively remained porous. With Caicedo suspended, the midfield balance will be tested against a strong Arsenal unit.
🔴Arsenal | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:
Mikel Arteta’s men are in ruthless form, fighting on four fronts. Their away scoring record is formidable, and they will be confident of exploiting Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🔵Chelsea (possible):
Jorgensen, Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella, James, Fernandez, Estevao, Palmer, Neto, Delap.
🔴Arsenal (possible):
Kepa, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Cole Palmer — The creative heartbeat for Chelsea, crucial to unlocking Arsenal’s defence.
✨ Gabriel Martinelli — Fresh from a hat-trick, his pace will challenge Chelsea’s backline.
✨ Kepa — The former Chelsea keeper could start for Arsenal, adding a compelling subplot.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Chelsea/Home to win = 3.65
💵 Arsenal/Away to win = 2.18
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.75
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.95
This first leg promises goals, with both teams in scoring form, but with defensive questions. Arsenal’s historical hold over Chelsea adds intrigue, but Rosenior will be desperate for a statement win.
Who do you think will take advantage? Could you tell us your prediction in the comments?
🔗 You can follow the Chelsea vs Arsenal game here on MSport.
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