The highly anticipated Premier League clash between Arsenal and Chelsea is set to captivate football fans on March 1, 2026. This encounter at the Emirates Stadium is crucial, with Arsenal currently leading the league table and Chelsea striving to close the gap from fifth position.
Both teams have shown commendable form recently; Arsenal’s dominant performances have kept them at the top, while Chelsea is eager to bounce back from recent draws. This London derby promises intense action, making it a must-watch for fans.
Arsenal – Chelsea: When and Where?
- City: London
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Date: 1 March 2026
- Hour: 17:30
The match will take place at London’s iconic Emirates Stadium, kicking off at 5:30 PM local time. Situated in the heart of the city, the stadium will be a battleground for these Premier League giants, as Arsenal aims to maintain their lead, while Chelsea seeks to make a statement.
Arsenal – Chelsea: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport Premier League
- Broadcast time: 5:30 PM Nigeria Time
Nigerian football fans can catch the live broadcast of this thrilling match on SuperSport Premier League. The broadcast is scheduled for 5:30 PM Nigeria Time.
SuperSport is renowned for its extensive coverage of Premier League matches across Africa. For further details and to confirm broadcast schedules, you can visit Live Soccer or refer to the independent.ng for more information.
Arsenal – Chelsea: Predicted Lineups
In this crucial match, both Arsenal and Chelsea will deploy their strongest lineups, taking into account recent performances and injuries. Fans will be eager to see how these teams line up against each other, as strategic deployments could be key to securing victory.
| 3Cristhian Mosquera |
| 9Gabriel Jesus |
| 11Gabriel Martinelli |
| 13Kepa Arrizabalaga |
| 16Christian Nørgaard |
| 20Noni Madueke |
| 33Riccardo Calafiori |
| 49Myles Lewis-Skelly |
| 10Eberechi Eze |
| 4Tosin Adarabioyo |
| 5Benoît Badiashile |
| 9Liam Delap |
| 21Jorrel Hato |
| 38Marc Guiu |
| 44Gabriel Slonina |
| 45Romeo Lavia |
| 49Alejandro Garnacho |
| 34Josh Acheampong |
Arsenal Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Arsenal is likely to field a strong lineup to defend their top position. However, the team faces some injury concerns that could influence their strategy.
- Arsenal predicted lineup: David Raya, Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Piero Hincapie, Martin Zubimendi, Martin Oedegaard, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyokeres, Leandro Trossard
- Arsenal injuries and suspensions: Max Dowman (Ankle injury), Mikel Merino (Foot injury), Kai Havertz (Muscle injury), Ben White (Knock injury)
Chelsea Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Chelsea, aiming to climb the league table, will also present a formidable lineup despite dealing with injuries.
- Chelsea predicted lineup: Robert Sanchez, Reece James, Mamadou Sarr, Trevoh Chalobah, Malo Gusto, Andrey Santos, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernandez, Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro
- Chelsea injuries and suspensions: Levi Colwill (Cruciate ligament injury), Dario Essugo (Muscle injury), Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (Muscle injury), Filip Jörgensen (Knock injury), Marc Cucurella (Hamstring Injury)
This match, with its blend of tactical brilliance and high stakes, is poised to be a captivating spectacle for all football enthusiasts.
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