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Arsenal vs Chelsea Stats: Head-to-Head Record and Recent Meetings

Arsenal host Chelsea at Emirates Stadium, London, on 6 September 2026 in the Premier League Regular Season - 3, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 UTC. Both sides have started the 2026 campaign strongly: Arsenal sit 2nd with 6 points and a +4 goal difference, while Chelsea are 4th, also on 6 points with a +2 goal difference. With both clubs targeting the Champions League league phase places, this early-season clash already carries significant weight.

The standings underline how finely poised this fixture is. Arsenal have opened with two wins from two, scoring 4 and conceding none, including a dominant 3-0 home performance. Chelsea also come in with a perfect record from two matches, scoring 7 but conceding 5, reflecting a more open style. Against this backdrop, Arsenal vs Chelsea stats and the historical record at Emirates Stadium and Stamford Bridge provide a crucial lens through which to assess the balance of power ahead of this London derby.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent sequence of tightly contested meetings, with Arsenal holding a clear edge over Chelsea across the latest competitive fixtures.

  • Previous meetings: 5
  • Arsenal wins: 4
  • Draws: 1
  • Chelsea wins: 0

Arsenal vs Chelsea Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Arsenal vs Chelsea timeline from the available data, the most recent chapter in this rivalry has been dominated by Arsenal in both league and cup. The latest encounter came on 1 March 2026 in the Premier League Regular Season - 28 at Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1. The match was level 1-1 at half-time before Arsenal found a decisive second-half goal to secure all three points.

Just weeks earlier, the sides had met in the League Cup Semi-finals over two legs in early 2026. On 3 February 2026 at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal edged Chelsea 1-0 after a goalless first half to progress from the tie. That result followed a dramatic first leg at Stamford Bridge on 14 January 2026, where Chelsea trailed 0-1 at half-time but ultimately lost 3-2 at full time to Arsenal. Across that semi-final, Arsenal demonstrated resilience away from home and control back at Emirates Stadium, underlining their recent superiority in knockout competition.

The Premier League meeting on 30 November 2025 at Stamford Bridge in Regular Season - 13 was the only draw in this sequence. Chelsea and Arsenal played out a 1-1 result, with a 0-0 first half before both sides found the net after the break. Earlier, on 16 March 2025 at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League Regular Season - 29, Arsenal had claimed a 1-0 home win over Chelsea, leading 1-0 at half-time and holding that advantage through to full time. Overall, the Arsenal vs Chelsea timeline in these five fixtures shows Arsenal consistently finding ways to win, whether in tight league matches or over a two-legged cup tie.

Arsenal vs Chelsea Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The statistical picture from these recent head-to-head meetings further illustrates Arsenal’s advantage, particularly in terms of goals scored and defensive control.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Arsenal 9 - 4 Chelsea
  • Average Goals per Match: Arsenal 1.80 vs Chelsea 0.80

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Emirates Stadium: 3 matches played here — Arsenal won 3 (as home side), Chelsea won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Stamford Bridge: 2 matches played here — Chelsea won 0 (as home side), Arsenal won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Arsenal vs Chelsea Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Arsenal vs Chelsea last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 1 March 2026: Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea (Half-time: 1-1) – Premier League Regular Season - 28
  • 3 February 2026: Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (Half-time: 0-0) – League Cup Semi-finals
  • 14 January 2026: Chelsea 2-3 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-1) – League Cup Semi-finals
  • 30 November 2025: Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 13
  • 16 March 2025: Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 29

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

For Arsenal, the available numbers reflect their Premier League 2026 season to date. They have played 2 league matches, winning both, with a perfect defensive record. Across those fixtures, Arsenal have scored 4 goals and conceded none, averaging 2.0 goals scored per game while keeping clean sheets home and away. At Emirates Stadium, they have been particularly strong, scoring 3 and conceding 0 in their single home outing, while also recording a 1-0 away win. The form line of two straight wins underlines strong early momentum, supported by a stable 4-2-3-1 setup used in both matches.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0

Last 5 Chelsea Matches Results and Stats

Chelsea’s season to date also shows a perfect record over 2 Premier League 2026 fixtures, but with a far more open profile. They have won both matches, scoring 7 and conceding 5, for an average of 3.5 goals scored and 2.5 conceded per game. At home, Chelsea have a 4-3 victory, while away they have recorded a 3-2 win, indicating strong attacking output but defensive vulnerability. They have yet to keep a clean sheet, and no match has seen them fail to score. Lining up in a 3-4-2-1 across both games, Chelsea appear committed to an expansive approach that can both trouble and be exposed by top opposition.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

Combining the historical head-to-head record with current league form, the balance of evidence leans towards Arsenal holding a statistical edge ahead of this Premier League clash. In the five most recent competitive meetings, Arsenal have 4 wins and 1 draw, scoring 9 and conceding 4, and have been flawless at Emirates Stadium with three straight home victories over Chelsea. The venue split strongly favours Arsenal, who have consistently converted home advantage into results in this fixture.

In 2026 league play, both sides arrive with perfect records, but Arsenal’s defensive solidity (4 scored, 0 conceded) contrasts sharply with Chelsea’s high-scoring but leaky profile (7 scored, 5 conceded). History points to Arsenal being more efficient and controlled in direct meetings, while Chelsea’s current attacking form suggests they still pose a significant threat. Overall, the stats suggest a match where Arsenal’s recent dominance in this rivalry and strong home record are key factors, set against Chelsea’s potent but risk-prone style.

Arsenal vs Chelsea H2H Statistics updated on 1 September 2026.

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