Chelsea have been part of some high-scoring games recently, with nine of their last 10 league matches featuring both teams scoring and the same number exceeding 3.5 goals. Arsenal, meanwhile, have only lost once in their last eight encounters with the Blues, claiming five victories in that stretch. Additionally, eight out of their last 11 meetings have seen goals from both sides, so we’re likely in for an entertaining match at the Emirates.
Arsenal responded brilliantly to Premier League title doubts by securing a solid 2-0 win against Wolves at Molineux this past Saturday. Despite a disappointing exit from the Champions League at the hands of Bayern Munich, that victory should help reignite their quest for their first league title since 2004. However, Chelsea’s visit could present a significant challenge, especially as they look to bounce back from their own disappointment—a 1-0 FA Cup semi-final defeat to Manchester City at Wembley.
Although that loss marked a rare failure to score for Mauricio Pochettino’s side, a goal-rich game could be on the horizon at the Emirates. With Chelsea’s games frequently hitting over 3.5 goals, and the last several meetings between these two London giants also being high-scoring, expect plenty of action this Tuesday.
Potential for Chelsea to Strike Back Despite Arsenal being favourites, partly due to their form and Chelsea’s inconsistencies, don’t be surprised if the Blues contribute heavily to the scoreboard. Arsenal have let in four goals across their last two home games, and with both teams scoring in four of their last six home fixtures, Chelsea, who have scored 19 goals in their last six league matches, should comfortably find the net.
Both teams scoring has been a regular occurrence in Chelsea’s recent matches, and this trend extends to their past encounters with Arsenal, making it a promising bet for this fixture.
Arsenal’s Title Hopes on the Line While Chelsea, led by the Premier League’s joint top scorer Cole Palmer, are expected to score, they might still leave the Emirates without any points. Arsenal’s recent record in this fixture and their victory in last year’s corresponding game—a 3-1 win—suggest they could edge this one as they continue their push for the title.
Arsenal’s tendency to clinch games with a 2-1 scoreline, a result seen in two of their last seven home victories, makes this a likely outcome for this all-important London derby.
