What is our Arsenal vs Chelsea prediction?
Arsenal
2 - 1
Chelsea
Our prediction for this match: Arsenal 2 - 1 Chelsea
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There will be fireworks when Arsenal and Chelsea lock horns in an eagerly-awaited London derby. Given Chelsea's shaky defence, our main prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. The Gunners aim to overtake Man City at the top of the table after edging Aston Villa 1-0 at Villa Park, with Bukayo Saka scoring the decisive goal. Arsenal have been particularly impressive defensively and are yet to concede in the new Premier League campaign. Fit-again midfielder Bruno Fernandes returns to the starting XI, while William Saliba remains sidelined with injury.
Chelsea, meanwhile, are looking sharp under new boss Xabi Alonso, winning both of their opening fixtures against Fulham (3-2) and Brighton (4-3). However, their defensive frailties could prove costly against an Arsenal side that has yet to fail to score in its last 10 games. Enzo Fernandez has signed for Man City, while Moises Caicedo has recovered from a minor injury. In-form striker Joao Pedro will continue leading the line for the visiting team.
The Gunners' defensive stability gives them the edge in what should be a tight derby. Therefore, Home Win is our main betting tip, alongside Arsenal Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total (Chelsea's first two league games produced seven goals, while Arsenal average 2.90 goals per game).
This Premier League match will be played on Sunday, 6 September 2026 at 16:30.
- League
- Premier League
- Kick-off
- Sun 6 Sep 2026, 16:30UK time
Arsenal vs Chelsea Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Match result | ||
| Correct Score: Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea | 8/1 | |
| Double Chance: 12 | 1/4 | |
| Draw No Bet: Arsenal | 2/7 | |
| Half Time/Full Time: Arsenal / Arsenal | 7/4 | |
| Asian Handicap: Arsenal -0.5 | 7/10 | |
| European Handicap: Chelsea +2 | 1/6 | |
| Player bets | ||
| Anytime Goalscorer: Viktor Gyokeres | 13/10 | |
| First Goalscorer: Viktor Gyokeres | 9/2 | |
| To be Booked: Jorrel Hato | 6/4 | |
| Goals | ||
| Both Teams to Score: Yes | 4/5 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals | 2/9 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals | 8/11 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals | 4/9 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals | 1/6 | |
| Arsenal Clean Sheet: No | 8/15 | |
| Corners | ||
| Total Corners: 9 - 11 | 13/8 | |
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View OfferArsenal Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdwlldwww | 2.00 |
| Home | wlldww | 1.67 |
| Away | wdww | 2.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.90 | 3.00 | 2.75 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 1.83 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.17 | 0.75 |
| BTTS | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.43 | 1.54 | 1.26 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.05 | 0.89 | 1.30 |
Chelsea Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwllwdwwww | 1.90 |
| Home | lwlwwww | 2.14 |
| Away | ldw | 1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 71% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.50 | 3.00 | 4.67 |
| Scored | 2.10 | 2.00 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.00 | 2.33 |
| BTTS | 60% | 43% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 29% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 29% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.55 | 1.57 | 1.50 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.32 | 1.13 | 1.76 |
Arsenal vs Chelsea Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Arsenal (41%)
49 Matches
Chelsea (35%)
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