Arsenal vs Chelsea Women's Champions League Quarter-Final: TV Channel and Kick-Off Time
Everything you need to know ahead of a blockbuster tie in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals, as Arsenal and Chelsea prepare for a historic London derby clash.
Historic London Derby in European Competition
Arsenal and Chelsea are set to collide in a massive Women's Champions League quarter-final, marking the first knockout meeting between two sides from the same city in the competition's history. This clash of London clubs brings together the defending champions and reigning Women's Super League winners, though both teams appear out of contention domestically this season, with Manchester City clear at the top of the table.
That situation places greater importance upon this European competition, setting the stage for a crunch tie across two legs with a coveted semi-final place on the line. Arsenal will host the first leg and can draw confidence from their last league meeting in January, when they secured a victory at Stamford Bridge for the first time.
Match Details and Broadcasting Information
When is Arsenal vs Chelsea?
Arsenal vs Chelsea is scheduled to kick off at 8pm GMT on Tuesday 24 March at the Emirates Stadium in London.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on BBC Two, with coverage beginning on the channel from 7.30pm GMT. A live stream will be available via the BBC iPlayer platform, or alternatively on Disney+ for those with access to the service.
Team News and Injury Updates
Arsenal will be without defender Leah Williamson due to a hamstring issue, but there is positive news as Frida Maanum returns to availability after recovering from illness. The Australian trio of Steph Catley, Kyra Cooney-Cross, and Caitlin Foord have not arrived back in time from the Asia Cup final to participate in this crucial match.
Chelsea face their own selection challenges, with just eight outfield players appearing in the open portion of training ahead of the tie. Notable absences include Aggie Beever-Jones, Lucy Bronze, and Lucy Bronze among others. Ellie Carpenter and Sam Kerr were also part of Australia's Asia Cup squad that suffered defeat to Japan, affecting their availability.
Predicted Starting Line-Ups
Arsenal Predicted XI:
- Borbe
- Holmberg, Wubben-Moy, Codina, McCabe
- Little, Caldentey
- Smith, Russo, Kelly
- Blackstenius
Chelsea Predicted XI:
- Hampton
- Bronze, Buchanan, Girma, Baltimore
- Kaptein, Walsh, Cuthbert
- Rytting Kaneryd, Thompson, James
This quarter-final promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of English football's powerhouse clubs, with European glory at stake and domestic pride on the line in this unprecedented London derby in the Women's Champions League knockout stages.
