Arsenal’s aspirations for the Premier League title have received a significant boost following their late victory against Manchester City a fortnight ago.
This victory has instilled a belief among the Gunners that they can finally end their 20-year title drought.
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal currently sits in the second position in the league standings, with only goal difference separating them from north London rivals Tottenham, who hold the top spot.
The opportunity to claim the league’s pinnacle is within Arsenal’s grasp, and a victory on Saturday could see them leading the table, as Tottenham is not scheduled to play until Monday.
Chelsea, on the other hand, had just begun to find their form with back-to-back league victories under the guidance of manager Mauricio Pochettino.
These wins were marked by an improved attacking performance, with the team scoring six goals in their recent triumphs over Fulham and Burnley. However, Arsenal promises to be a stern test of Chelsea’s resurgence.
In the context of this London derby, it’s worth noting that Chelsea has not managed to secure a league victory over Arsenal at home since 2018.
Mauricio Pochettino, in his quest to win over the Stamford Bridge faithful and solidify his tenure, has the opportunity to break this prolonged streak.
A victory over Arsenal would not only be a significant milestone but would also benefit his former club, Tottenham, in their pursuit of the top spot in the league.
This match holds immense significance, not only for the two teams involved but also for the Premier League title race, making it a highly anticipated and crucial encounter.
FULL EPL Fixtures For This Week (GMT unless stated)
Saturday
Liverpool v Everton (11:30), Bournemouth v Wolves, Brentford v Burnley, Manchester City v Brighton, Newcastle v Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest v Luton, Chelsea v Arsenal (16:30), Sheffield United v Manchester United (19:00)
Sunday
Aston Villa v West Ham (15:30)
Monday
Tottenham v Fulham (19:00)
