Stamford Bridge is set for a seismic Premier League clash this Sunday as Arsenal travel to face Chelsea in a London derby with massive implications for the title race.
Top of the Table Tussle
Arsenal head into the weekend holding a four-point advantage at the summit, a position they fortified with a thumping victory over rivals Tottenham last weekend. Their momentum was further boosted by a 3-1 win against Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, cementing their place at the top of their European group.
However, Chelsea are in no mood to simply concede ground. Enzo Maresca's side currently sit in second place and have the chance to slash the deficit to a single point with a victory on home turf. The Blues are riding high after a statement midweek performance of their own, where they crushed a 10-man Barcelona side, a match illuminated by the brilliance of 18-year-old sensation Estevao.
Team News and Selection Headaches
In a major boost for the home side, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer is fit and available for selection after a two-month injury layoff. Dubbed the team's "best player," his return presents a welcome dilemma for Maresca, who must weigh Palmer's immediate reintroduction against the scintillating form of young Estevao.
For Arsenal, Mikel Arteta revealed that Leandro Trossard has a "chance" of being available despite picking up a knock against Bayern Munich. The Gunners are also buoyed by the returns of Martin Odegaard, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Martinelli. However, the fixture comes too soon for the injured trio of Viktor Gyokeres, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus, while defender Gabriel Magalhaes remains sidelined for another couple of weeks.
How to Watch the London Derby
The Premier League encounter is scheduled for Sunday, 30 November 2025, with a 4:30pm GMT kick-off at Stamford Bridge.
For viewers in the UK, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. The coverage will follow the conclusion of the earlier match between West Ham and Liverpool, setting the stage for a dramatic Super Sunday.
Predicted line-ups:
Chelsea XI: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; James, Caicedo; Palmer, Fernandez, Garnacho; Neto
Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Hincapie; Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice, Eze; Saka, Merino, Martinelli
