2025/26 Premier League MW13 Chelsea vs. Arsenal Preview: Can the Blues halt the Gunners' unbeaten run? November 27, 2025 by Marc Jerbs
In a highly anticipated London derby on November 30, 2025, at 4:30 PM GMT, Chelsea will welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge for Matchweek 13 of the Premier League. The clash features the league's top two sides, with both teams entering the weekend in exceptional form.
Match Overview and Stakes
Chelsea enters this showdown with a prime opportunity to cut into Arsenal's lead at the top of the table.
For Arsenal, a victory would open a commanding nine-point gap, strengthening their early title charge. The Blues, however, have not defeated Arsenal at home in the league since August 2018, adding even more weight to this derby.
Team Form
Arsenal
- 9 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss
- Top of the table with 29 points (2.42 PPG)
- 15-match unbeaten run across all competitions
- Consistent, disciplined, and ruthless in both boxes
Chelsea
- 7 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses
- Second place with 23 points (1.92 PPG)
- Three straight league victories
- Showing confidence and attacking cohesion under Maresca
Chelsea vs. Arsenal Sports Bet Odds
The Gunners are the favorites to win the game. Here are our latest odds:
- The Gunners are favored by 1 goal, with full-time result odds of 2.20.
- The Blues are the underdogs by 1 goal, with full-time result odds of 3.40.
- Draw has full-time result odds of 3.30.
- Total is set at 2.5 goals, with Under odds at 1.90 and Over odds at 1.90.
Team News and Predicted Line-ups
Chelsea Team News
Enzo Maresca reports no fresh injuries following their Champions League midweek win.
- Cole Palmer remains in doubt with a broken toe.
- Lavia, Essugo, and Colwill are still unavailable, with Colwill out for the season.
Arsenal Team News
Arsenal could be boosted by the return of several key players:
- Martin Odegaard is expected back after an eight-week layoff.
- Havertz and Gyokeres may return but require late fitness checks.
- Gabriel Magalhaes (thigh) is out until after Christmas.
- Gabriel Jesus (ACL) will not return until 2026.
Predicted XIs
Chelsea(4-2-3-1):
Sanchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Andrey Santos, Caicedo; Estevao, Fernandez, Neto; Delap
- Estevao may keep his place after a strong midweek showing.
- Reece James could alternate between midfield and right-back depending on in-game adjustments.
Arsenal(4-2-3-1):
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Hincapié, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Eze, Trossard; Merino
- Likely the same XI that dominated the North London derby.
- Odegaard, Martinelli, and Madueke may get minutes in the Champions League to build match sharpness.
- Merino continues as a false-nine option pending Havertz/Gyokeres availability.
Historical Head-to-Head
Arsenal have held a clear advantage in recent years, consistently outperforming Chelsea in both style and results.
- Arsenal have won three of the last five league meetings.
- The other two ended in draws, showcasing the Gunners' resilience and big-match control.
- Chelsea have managed just one win in their last 12 encounters across all competitions.
- Over this period, Arsenal have often commanded midfield battles and punished Chelsea during defensive lapses, particularly in transition.
This recent trend makes Arsenal the more confident side heading into the derby—but Chelsea's resurgence adds a compelling twist.
Final Thought
With both clubs sitting at the summit of the Premier League, this London derby feels bigger than just three points. Whether Arsenal tighten their grip on first place or Chelsea spark a dramatic shift in the title race, Stamford Bridge is set for a thrilling, high-stakes encounter.
2025/26 Premier League Table
| # | CLUB | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 9 | 2 | 1 | 29 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 7 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 7 | 1 | 4 | 22 |
| 4 | Aston Villa | 6 | 3 | 3 | 21 |
| 5 | Crystal Palace | 5 | 5 | 2 | 20 |
| 6 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 5 | 4 | 3 | 19 |
| 7 | Sunderland | 5 | 4 | 3 | 19 |
| 8 | Bournemouth | 5 | 4 | 3 | 19 |
| 9 | Tottenham Hotspur | 5 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 10 | Manchester United | 5 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 11 | Everton | 5 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 12 | Liverpool | 6 | 0 | 6 | 18 |
| 13 | Brentford | 5 | 1 | 6 | 16 |
| 14 | Newcastle United | 4 | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| 15 | Fulham | 4 | 2 | 6 | 14 |
| 16 | Nottingham Forest | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12 |
| 17 | West Ham United | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11 |
| 18 | Leeds United | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11 |
| 19 | Burnley | 3 | 1 | 8 | 10 |
| 20 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 0 | 2 | 10 | 2 |
