Premier League 2025-2026: Chelsea-Arsenal, the likely lineups

A London derby with colossal weight, the one that will be played Sunday afternoon at Stamford Bridge, with kickoff whistle at 5:30 pm. Chelsea and Arsenal will face each other for the 13th day of the Premier League, with heavy points at stake. Indeed, the Gunners are leading the standings and want to further flesh out their escape, while the hosts know that if they win they would hoist themselves to second place by overtaking Manchester City.

Chelsea on the pitch with the’only forward: Enzo Maresca will rely on Delap. A few meters behind him will act Estevao and Pedro Neto on the lanes, Joao Pedro in a central position. Enzo Fernandez and Caicedo in the middle in front of the four-man defense composed of James, Fofana, Chalobah and Cucurella.

Trident, on the other hand, for Arteta, who will deploy in his Arsenal’s advanced department the well-rounded Saka, Merino and Martinelli. In midfield ready Eze, Zubimendi and Rice, in defense will start as usual from the left Riccardo Calafiori. On the opposite lane Timber, central in front of Raya will be Saliba and Hincapié.

Chelsea-Arsenal, the probable lineups:

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Enzo Fernandez, Caicedo; Estevao, Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto; Delap. Teacher: Maresca.

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Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Hincapié, Calafiori; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Merino, Martinelli. Coach: Arteta.

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