Arsenal – Chelsea: H2H record, tactics and coverage

Arsenal–Chelsea offers a useful view of attacking build-up and defending the penalty area. The historical record provides context; analysis of today’s teams requires recent data.

A London derby to place in the context of its era

The all-competitions record below comes from Chelsea’s preview for September 2026. It remains a historical snapshot and does not include subsequent meetings.

215 matches, record published before the September 2026 meeting
MetricArsenalChelsea
Wins8766
Draws6262
Comparable detail: two Premier League meetings in 2024-2025
MetricArsenalChelsea
Wins10
Goals scored21
Clean sheets10

Chelsea–Arsenal ended 1-1 on 10 November 2024; Arsenal won 1-0 on 16 March 2025. That represents 1.50 goals per match across this sample alone.

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Build-up, pressure and efficiency

Looking beyond possession

To analyse this fixture, compare progress towards the penalty area with sideways passing. A team can keep more of the ball without creating the clearest chances. Regaining possession through pressing, defending corners and making runs behind the full-backs add useful context to the score. Also separate meetings at the Emirates from those at Stamford Bridge, then take account of sending-offs and changes of manager.

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Where can I find official coverage?

  • France: CANAL+ is listed in the Premier League’s 2025-2028 agreement.
  • Belgium: the league names Telenet; check its packages and schedule.
  • United Kingdom: Sky Sports and TNT Sports share live coverage, with BBC Sport showing highlights.

These details concern the league. For an FA Cup or League Cup fixture, consult the organiser of that competition. Check the date, kick-off time and channel for the specific match before subscribing.

Frequently asked questions

Which historical record should I use for Arsenal–Chelsea?

Chelsea’s publication previewing the September 2026 meeting counts 215 matches: 87 Arsenal wins, 66 Chelsea wins and 62 draws.

Is one match without conceding enough to assess a defence?

No. You also need to examine chances conceded, shots on target, saves and the context of the match. A clean sheet is a collective result, not a complete measure of control.

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