With Stamford Bridge set for another showdown, who will take the bragging rights this Sunday?
The upcoming English Premier League encounter between Chelsea and Arsenal promises to be a classic, with both clubs level on 18 points in the standings. Arsenal had a modest advantage in their 60 matches, winning 23 to Chelsea's 20, with 17 draws. Chelsea now sits fourth in the league rankings, with Arsenal in fifth, separated only by goal differential. Stamford Bridge is prepared for this possibly season-defining match.
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Let's look at the previous five games between these two London rivals, including moments of pride and memorable goals.
This was Arsenal at its most vicious. On a spring evening, they tore Chelsea apart rather than merely winning. Trossard set the tone early, and Ben White and Kai Havertz went on a scoring run after the half. Every goal was like a punch, bringing Arsenal closer to the crown while leaving Chelsea reeling. By the time the final whistle rang, the Blues were stunned, with Arsenal not only taking three points but also delivering a loud, clear message to the remainder of the league.
It was a comeback to remember! Chelsea led quickly, 2-0, thanks to a Cole Palmer penalty and a controversial but brilliant Mudryk lob. It appeared like the Blues had the game wrapped up until Arsenal's Rice pounced on a loose ball caused by Sanchez's lousy pass, inspiring optimism. Trossard quickly quieted Stamford Bridge with a seamless conclusion. Arsenal fans were relieved to go home, while Chelsea was left wondering what went wrong in the final minutes.
After a difficult period, Arsenal rallied with a 3-1 victory, effectively demolishing a listless Chelsea. Martin Odegaard's quickfire brace inside 34 minutes demonstrated the Gunners' perfection, and Gabriel Jesus scored the third, dashing Chelsea's aspirations early. While Chelsea did score a late Madueke goal, it felt more like a consolation than a comeback. Arsenal momentarily restored to the top of the standings, but City's upcoming games dampened the celebrations.
This was a nail-biter. In a hard-fought duel at Stamford Bridge, Gabriel's lone goal propelled Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League. Arteta celebrated his 150th match with a tactical victory, and his team appeared unbeatable. Former Arsenal captain Aubameyang, now donning Chelsea blue, had little influence, receiving only a yellow card before being substituted. Arsenal enjoyed their third consecutive victory at Stamford Bridge.
Eddie Nketiah's impressive double helped Arsenal secure a thrilling 4-2 victory, keeping their Champions League hopes alive. Chelsea responded quickly each time Arsenal took the lead, but Nketiah scored again in the second half, and Bukayo Saka sealed the win with a last-minute penalty. It was a classic Derby match: Chelsea tried to mount a comeback, but Arsenal's enthusiasm and determination proved overwhelming. It was a memorable night for Gunners supporters, especially following a difficult stretch.
Chelsea has not won in five consecutive meetings with Arsenal, with the Gunners constantly snatching points away and tormenting the Blues. Stamford Bridge doesn't seem like a fortress for Chelsea in this rivalry, and they want to break their dismal record on Sunday. However, can Chelsea earn a much-needed victory with Arsenal's present momentum? We are going to find out!
