Get the latest Arsenal vs Chelsea confirmed lineups, starting XIs, and team news alongside expert match prediction, key betting odds, and bet builder tips.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Confirmed Lineups
Competition | Premier League |
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Match Date | Sunday 6 September 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 16:30 UK time |
Venue | Emirates Stadium |
The starting lineups for the Premier League fixture between Arsenal vs Chelsea have been confirmed.
Arsenal Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: David Raya, Ben White, Ezri Konsa, Gabriel Magalhães, Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, Christos Tzolis, Kai Havertz
Substitutes: Max Dowman, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martín Zubimendi, Piero Hincapié, Noni Madueke, Eberechi Eze, Viktor Gyökeres, Bruno Guimarães, Mikel Merino
Chelsea Starting XI
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI: Emiliano Martínez, Josh Acheampong, Maxence Lacroix, Wesley Fofana, Reece James, Jorrel Hato, Pedro Neto, Roméo Lavia, João Pedro, Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers
Substitutes: Jamie Gittens, Danny Welbeck, Malo Gusto, Pep Chavarría, Levi Colwill, Valentín Barco, Mike Penders, Geovany Quenda, Estêvão
Arsenal vs Chelsea Immediate Reaction
Arsenal
Arsenal deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation with David Raya starting in goal behind a defensive unit of Ben White, Ezri Konsa, Gabriel Magalhães, and Riccardo Calafiori. Declan Rice is partnered by Myles Lewis-Skelly in midfield, with Martin Ødegaard pulling the strings alongside Bukayo Saka and Christos Tzolis in support of central striker Kai Havertz.
Chelsea
Chelsea line up in a 3-4-2-1 system with Emiliano Martínez between the sticks and a back three comprising Josh Acheampong, Maxence Lacroix, and Wesley Fofana. Reece James and Roméo Lavia control the central midfield flanked by Pedro Neto and Jorrel Hato, while Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers feature in advanced roles behind forward João Pedro.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Reactive Bet Builder
The featured bet builder for this derby highlights key disciplinary and attacking angles. The selections include Ben White to be shown a card, Pedro Neto to be shown a card, Eberechi Eze to record over 2.5 player shots, and over 1.5 total away team cards for Chelsea.
Arsenal vs Chelsea Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
Arsenal head into the encounter as favourites, supported by a dominant home record in this fixture having won their last six home matches against Chelsea across all competitions. With Havertz leading the line and Ødegaard orchestrating the attack, the Gunners have the creative edge to unlock the visiting back three.
Score Prediction: 2-1
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