Arsenal v Chelsea

Arsenal v Chelsea
Premier League 2025/26
Fixture Date – Saturday 28 February 2026
Kick-off – 3pm
Emirates Stadium, London

Here’s a detailed look at the Arsenal vs Chelsea fixture on Saturday 28 February 2026, 3pm at Emirates Stadium and the rich history of this Premier League rivalry:

Head‑to‑Head Overview

• All competitions: Arsenal and Chelsea have clashed 211 times, with Arsenal leading the rivalry 85 wins to Chelsea’s 66, and 60 draws

• Premier League only: The balance is slightly tighter—Arsenal with around 23 PL wins vs Chelsea’s 20, plus 17 draws in about 60 encounters

Notable Results at the Emirates

• Arsenal’s record victory came on 23 April 2024, when they thumped Chelsea 5–0—the biggest margin in this rivalry’s Premier League history

• Other memorable Emirates wins include a 3–0 triumph in September 2016, and 3–1 victories in Premier League and FA Cup ties

Memorable Meetings

• 2017 FA Cup Final (27 May 2017): Arsenal beat Chelsea 2–1 at Wembley, with goals from Alexis Sánchez and Aaron Ramsey securing Arsenal’s 13th FA Cup.

• 2020 FA Cup Final (1 August 2020): Arsenal won 2–1, with Aubameyang’s heroics earning Man of the Match

Recent Form & Derby Trends

• Last 10 PL meetings (up to 2025): Chelsea have managed only 1 win, with 2 draws and 7 losses, net goal difference of –12

• Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have enjoyed a strong run vs Chelsea: e.g. 3–1 win in May 2022, 1–0 away in May 2021, a 2–2 draw at Stamford Bridge in 2020, and the notable 5–0 in 2024

• Martin Ødegaard has become Chelsea’s nemesis, setting a club record with five PL assists against them in one campaign

Competition	Year	Result	Significance
FA Cup Final	2017	Arsenal 2–1	Arsenal lifted their 13th FA Cup
FA Cup Final	2020	Arsenal 2–1	Arsenal claimed their 14th FA Cup

What to Watch on 28 Feb 2026

• Form: Arsenal have mainly been dominant at home, especially in London derbies, while Chelsea have struggled on the road.

• Key players: Ødegaard remains a creative force; watch how he and others influence the midfield battle.

• Historical edge: With the backing of home fans and a recent string of convincing wins, Arsenal will fancy their chances to continuing dominance at the Emirates.

In summary, this fixture isn’t just another game—it’s steeped in history of memorable victories, cup drama, and recent psychological edge for Arsenal. Expect a high-stakes showdown reflecting both clubs’ storied rivalry.

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