2026-2027 Premier League: Arsenal vs. Chelsea, Probable Lineups

A big Premier League match is set for Sunday at 3 p.m.: Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal will face Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea in what promises to be a very exciting game. Both teams have perfect records after the first two matchdays: the Gunners defeated Coventry City and Aston Villa, while the Blues beat Fulham and Brighton.

For Arsenal, Bruno Guimarães and Cristhian Mosquera are highly doubtful due to physical issues, joining William Saliba and Jurriën Timber on the sidelines. Raya will start in goal, with White, Konsa, Gabriel, and Calafiori in defense. Rice and Lewis-Skelly will provide cover in midfield and give more freedom to Saka, Ødegaard, and Tzolis, who will play behind Havertz.

Xabi Alonso won’t be able to count on Jordan Henderson, and former Atalanta player Marco Palestra will also miss the match. Martínez will be in goal, with Fofana, Lacroix, and Colwill in front of him. Gusto and Hato will start on the wings, with James and Lavia in the center. The attacking trio of Palmer, Pedro, and Rogers is a sure starter.

Probable Lineups
ARSENAL (4-2-3-1): Raya; White, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Ødegaard, Tzolis; Havertz. Head Coach: Arteta
CHELSEA (3-4-2-1): Martínez; Fofana, Lacroix, Colwill; Gusto, James, Lavia, Hato; Palmer, Pedro, Rogers. Head Coach: Alonso