All of the team news, match details, key stats and predicted lineup between the upcoming Chelsea vs Arsenal fixture.
Chelsea team news and predicted lineup
There is still a lot of uncertainty about Cole Palmer. Chelsea’s star man was injured while playing against Man United and has not trained ever since. The blow from Martinez looks like serious one but Maresca has not ruled Palmer out for Arsenal clash.
There is a sense if belief that Palmer may still start the game but Sancho looks to miss another match. Sancho is yet to fully recover from the illnes. Pedro Neto is very likely to start on the left wing.
Lastly, Caicedo and Lavia are very likely to start another game. Enzo Fernandez impressed recently but it does not seem to change Maresca’s plans.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, James; Caicedo, Lavia; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson.
Arsenal team news and predicted lineup
Declan Rice who missed the UCL clash against Inter looks to claim his spot back. Along with him, club captain Martin Odegaard is set to make his first start after the injury.
Calafiori is still out and may play after the international break. Hence, Timber is very likely to play as a left back once again. Hence, there are only two changes expected in Gunners lineup as of now.
Predicted lineup: Raya; White, Gabriel, Saliba, Timber; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli.
Chelsea vs Arsenal: Key stats
It is a must win game for both teams. If Gunners drop points, they will fall very behind in the title race. On the other hand, the Blues are yet to win against any big team this season.
The Blues have failed to win against Gunners in their last five Premier League games at Stamford Bridge. But, they have a great chance now as they are unbeaten in last four home games. In addition, they are coming with better recent form than that of Arsenal. All team news are as per The Hard Tackle.
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