Arsenal vs Chelsea: Premier League Clash at Emirates

Defending Premier League champions Arsenal will host London rivals Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, marking a significant clash in the 2026/27 season. Both teams have secured victories in their opening two league matches, with Arsenal currently sitting third in the table on six points, determined by goal difference.

Arsenal began their campaign with a 3-0 win over newly promoted Coventry City and followed it with a 1-0 victory against Aston Villa, which was notable for manager Mikel Arteta as it marked his 250th Premier League match. Chelsea, under manager Xabi Alonso, who took over from Enzo Maresca, also has six points from their first two games, scoring seven goals.

They started with a 3-2 win over Fulham and a 4-3 victory against Brighton. Historically, Arsenal has been dominant at home against Chelsea, winning their last six encounters at the Emirates, scoring 15 goals and conceding just three.