Trevoh Chalobah’s goal helped 10-man Chelsea secure a vital point against Arsenal in a top-of-the-table clash at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Chalobah opened the scoring for the Blues in the 48th minute, despite being a player down. Chalobah headed from close range after Reece James located him with an inch-perfect corner kick.
Mikel Merino responded for Arsenal, equalising in the 59th minute. Merino headed in from close range after connecting with Bukayo Saka’s accurate cross.
Chelsea played the whole of the second half disadvantaged by a first-half red card. Enzo Maresca’s side soaked up the pressure and threatened the Arsenal goal with pacey counter-attacks.
Following a VAR review, Moises Caicedo received a red card in the 38th minute following an ugly challenge on his opponent.
Caicedo was initially shown a yellow card, but Anthony Taylor had a change of heart after watching the incident again.
Chelsea are on 24 points after sharing the spoils with the Gunners in the London derby. Arsenal extended their lead at the top after securing a point in the clash.
Mikel Arteta’s side has 30 points after 13 matches. They’re five points clear at the summit of the Premier League. Second-placed Manchester City has accumulated 25 points in 13 games.
Chelsea vs Arsenal: Official Lineups
Chelsea’s Starting XI:
Robert Sanchez (G), Marc Cucurella, Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernandez, Joao Pedro, Trevoh Chalobah, Reece James, Moises Caicedo, Malo Gusto, Wesley Fofana, and Estêvão.
Arsenal’s Starting XI:
David Raya (G), Cristhian Mosquera, Piero Hincapie, Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, Gabriel Martinelli, Jurrien Timber, Mikel Merino, Riccardo Calafiori, Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice.
Chelsea Latest Results
In their previous match on 25 November 2025, Chelsea thrashed Barcelona 3-0 on matchday five of the UEFA Champions League at Stamford Bridge.
Jules Kounde opened the scoring for Chelsea when he scored in his own net in the 27th minute, three minutes after Chelsea had a goal ruled out for offside following a VAR review.
Estêvão left a few defenders helpless on the ground before unleashing a monster shot, extending Chelsea’s score to 2-0. Liam Delap then made it 3-0 in the 73rd minute, securing a famous victory for the Blues.
Arsenal Latest Results
In their previous game on 26 November 2025, Arsenal thrashed Bayern Munich 3-1 on matchday five of the UEFA Champions League.
Jurrien Timber opened the scoring for the Gunners in the 22nd minute, but 17-year-old Lennart Karl equalised for the Bavarians in the 32nd minute.
Noni Madueke restored Arsenal’s lead in the 69th minute, sending the home fans into a frenzy. Gabriel Martinelli extended the Gunners’ lead in the 77th minute, ensuring they won the clash 3-1.
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Chelsea vs Arsenal: Head-to-Head
In their previous Premier League meeting on 16 March 2025, Arsenal edged Chelsea 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium.
Mikel Merino’s first-half goal won the match. The Spaniard netted in the 20th minute, ensuring the Gunners secured three points in the tough clash.
In another Premier League encounter on 10 November 2024, Chelsea and Arsenal received a point each after a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.
Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring in the 60th minute. However, Pedro Neto equalised ten minutes later. Arsenal also had a goal disallowed for offside after a VAR review. The match ended 1-1.
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Chelsea’s Next 2 Fixtures:
- On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, Chelsea visits Leeds at Elland Road in Round 14 of the Premier League. The match starts at 22:15.
- On Saturday, 6 December 2025, Chelsea visits Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium in Round 15 of the Premier League. The clash kicks off at 17:00.
Arsenal’s Next 2 Fixtures:
- On Wednesday, 3 December 2025, Arsenal hosts Brentford at the Emirates Stadium in Round 14 of the Premier League. The game starts at 21:30.
- On Saturday, 6 December 2025, Arsenal visits Aston Villa at Villa Park in Round 15 of the Premier League. The showdown kicks off at 14:30.
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