In the English League Cup semi-final on February 3, 2026, Arsenal and Chelsea will play the return leg. The hosts only need a draw to advance to the final round.
Our Prediction for Arsenal vs Chelsea
Arteta took charge of what is practically his home team during a prolonged slump. In recent years, they have only lost out to Manchester City or Liverpool. However, the team is now determined to finally claim a title, and so far they have been confidently moving towards it in the Premier League. Yes, there were a few setbacks in mid-winter, including a loss to Manchester United. But in the last round, they thrashed Leeds 4-0. Additionally, in the Champions League, the English side won every match. As a result, they set a new record: 8 wins!
The club from Stamford Bridge brought in Maresca in the summer of 2024. Chelsea secured both fourth place in the Premier League and wins in the Conference League and the Club World Cup. However, inconsistent football and conflicts with management led to the Italian’s resignation at New Year. His replacement, Rosenior, lost in the League Cup, but then beat Brentford, Crystal Palace, and West Ham in the Premier League. Chelsea also finished the main phase of the Champions League with another win.
In the League Cup, the hosts fielded an experimental lineup. Still, they got past Port Vale, Brighton, and, on penalties, Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, under Maresca, Chelsea overcame Lincoln City, Wolverhampton, and Cardiff. But in the first semi-final, they lost 2-3.
Arsenal vs Chelsea: Key Statistics and Trends
Arsenal have not won two of their last five matches
On average, Arsenal score 1.92 goals and concede 0.71 goals per match
46% of Arsenal’s matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.63 goals per game
Chelsea have won their last four matches
On average, Chelsea score 1.75 goals and concede 1.13 goals per match
63% of Chelsea’s matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.88 goals per game
Arsenal vs Chelsea: Probable Starting Lineups
Arsenal (probable lineup): Arrizabalaga – Timber, Gabriel, Saliba, White – Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard – Trossard, Gyokeres, Saka
Chelsea (probable lineup): Sanchez – Cucurella, Fofana, Chalobah, Achimpong – Fernandez, Santos, Neto, Joao Pedro, Estevao – Guiu
Previous Matches: Arsenal vs Chelsea
Chelsea have not won since 2021. In the last seven derbies, Arsenal wins and draws have alternated regularly.
Free Prediction for Arsenal vs Chelsea
The hosts are expected to win again. But both sides could treat fans to entertaining football, so “total over 2.5 goals” (odds – 1.72) looks likely.
