Arsenal vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League latest score and confirmed lineups

Chelsea head to the Emirates this afternoon (Picture: Metro) Arsenal and Chelsea meet again in what promises to be an intriguing London derby at the Emirates this afternoon. Last weekend’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United all but ended Arsenal’s hopes of chasing down Liverpool at the top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta’s men will hope to close the gap today at the Emirates. While injuries in attack have derailed the Gunners’ title bid, light is beginning to emerge at the end of the tunnel, with Gabriel Martinelli available again and Bukayo Saka closing in on his return. Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea, meanwhile, have recovered well following a concerning wobble. Victory over Arsenal would see the Blues move four points clear of fifth-placed Manchester City after back-to-back wins over Southampton and Leicester City. The likes of Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke remain sidelined for the visitors, while Cole Palmer will be chomping at the bit to end a run his nine-match barren streak in front of goal. Get personalised updates on Arsenal everyday Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro’s Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we’ll send you so we can get football news tailored to you.

Mar 16, 2025 - 13:20
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Arsenal vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League latest score and confirmed lineups
Chelsea head to the Emirates this afternoon (Picture: Metro)

Arsenal and Chelsea meet again in what promises to be an intriguing London derby at the Emirates this afternoon.

Last weekend’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United all but ended Arsenal’s hopes of chasing down Liverpool at the top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta’s men will hope to close the gap today at the Emirates.

While injuries in attack have derailed the Gunners’ title bid, light is beginning to emerge at the end of the tunnel, with Gabriel Martinelli available again and Bukayo Saka closing in on his return.

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea, meanwhile, have recovered well following a concerning wobble. Victory over Arsenal would see the Blues move four points clear of fifth-placed Manchester City after back-to-back wins over Southampton and Leicester City.

The likes of Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke remain sidelined for the visitors, while Cole Palmer will be chomping at the bit to end a run his nine-match barren streak in front of goal.

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