Ahead of the next match in the 2025/26 English Premier League season, all eyes are on the London Derby, where Chelsea will host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Sunday (30/11/2025). This match has the potential to be a major blow to the title race.
The Historical Context & Latest Performances
Arsenal are clear favourites for the upcoming EPL match. Based on their track record, they have the edge over the past few years. Looking at their head-to-head record, Arsenal have rarely lost to Chelsea, with Chelsea only managing two draws and no wins in their last six league meetings against The Gunners.
In this English Premier League season, Arsenal has continued to strengthen its lead by being at the top of the English Premier League standings and remaining unbeaten in many recent matches across various competitions. This indicates that Arsenal is currently in top form.
Meanwhile, Chelsea come into the match on the back of a string of victories in domestic and European competitions. Their performance against Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday was impressive and with that momentum, it is possible that they could also win the London derby and open up the title race.
However, Chelsea’s weakness when playing away from home is a concern. While they are a strong team overall, their away form this season has been inconsistent. This inconsistency could make the upcoming match against Arsenal extremely challenging.
What to Expect from the Premier League Match Between Arsenal and Chelsea
This is not just a battle on the pitch, but tactics and execution will be key to this important match. Both Arsenal and Chelsea have the potential to score goals and win. Football analysts see this match as a clash between attacking power and defensive discipline.
Chelsea’s biggest challenge is breaking through Arsenal’s structured defence while maintaining their back line to avoid conceding on the counterattack. For Arsenal, this Premier League match is about maintaining composure under pressure and capitalising on their attacking fluidity.
English Premier League matches between these two teams tend to be tight and structured, with low scoring results or even going to a goalless draw seems possible.
Predictions & What’s on the Stakes in the Premier League Title Race
Considering factors such as performance, track record, stability, and home-away dynamics, Arsenal is likely to win this match by a slight prediction. Many are predicting that the London Derby will end with a score of 1–0, reflecting their confidence in Arsenal’s ability to win a tight EPL match.
A victory against Chelsea would be a significant advantage for Arsenal as it would widen their lead at the top of the table, putting pressure on the clubs chasing points to overtake them. For Chelsea, the EPL match against Arsenal is crucial as only a victory can keep their title hopes alive and show that they remain serious contenders.
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Beyond the final score, this match could determine how the rest of the season will unfold. If Arsenal wins, it will show that their balance in attack, defence and mental strength can be maintained. On the other hand, if Chelsea defy expectations, it will prove that momentum and home advantage can disrupt Arsenal’s consistent dominance.
In the context of the English Premier League, a very narrow points gap and consistency are key. This Chelsea vs Arsenal clash may determine who takes control of the title race or at least who remains in the competition.
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| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal ARS | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 25 | 7 | 18 | 30 |
| 2 | Manchester City MCI | 13 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 25 |
| 3 | Chelsea CHE | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| 4 | Aston Villa AVL | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 24 |
| 5 | Brighton and Hove Albion BHA | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 21 | 16 | 5 | 22 |
| 6 | Sunderland SUN | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 4 | 22 |
| 7 | Manchester United MUN | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 20 | 1 | 21 |
| 8 | Liverpool LIV | 13 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 21 |
| 9 | Crystal Palace CRY | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 20 |
| 10 | Brentford BRE | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 21 | 20 | 1 | 19 |
| 11 | Bournemouth BOU | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 23 | -2 | 19 |
| 12 | Tottenham Hotspur TOT | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 21 | 16 | 5 | 18 |
| 13 | Newcastle United NEW | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 16 | 1 | 18 |
| 14 | Everton EVE | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 17 | -3 | 18 |
| 15 | Fulham FUL | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 15 | 17 | -2 | 17 |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest NFO | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 22 | -9 | 12 |
| 17 | West Ham United WHU | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 15 | 27 | -12 | 11 |
| 18 | Leeds United LEE | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 25 | -12 | 11 |
| 19 | Burnley BUR | 13 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 27 | -12 | 10 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton Wanderers WOL | 13 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 28 | -21 | 2 |
