Arsenal vs Chelsea Stats: Head-to-head Record Before September 2026 Match

Arsenal host Chelsea at Emirates Stadium in London on 06 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 3. Both sides have started the 2026 campaign strongly: Arsenal sit 2nd with 6 points and a goal difference of +4 after two wins from two, while Chelsea are 4th, also on 6 points, with a goal difference of +2. This early-season clash already carries weight in the race for Champions League positions.

With both teams perfect so far, the stakes are clear: Arsenal will look to consolidate their strong defensive start, having yet to concede in the league, while Chelsea arrive with one of the most potent early attacks, scoring 7 goals in their first two matches. For anyone studying Arsenal vs Chelsea stats ahead of this fixture, the combination of current form, league context, and a rich recent history at Emirates Stadium sets up a high-level tactical battle.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent series of tightly contested meetings, with Arsenal holding a clear edge across the latest Premier League and League Cup clashes.

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 recent fixtures, the rivalry has been dominated by narrow margins and strong defensive displays from Arsenal, especially at Emirates Stadium. On 16 March 2025 in the Premier League Regular Season - 29, Arsenal edged Chelsea 1-0 at Emirates Stadium, leading 1-0 at half-time and successfully protecting that advantage to full-time.

The next chapter came on 30 November 2025 in the Premier League Regular Season - 13 at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea hosted Arsenal in a balanced contest that finished 1-1. After a goalless first half, both sides found the net after the break, underlining how tight these league meetings have been. The rivalry then intensified in the League Cup Semi-finals of the 2025 season, played over two legs. On 14 January 2026 at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea went into half-time 0-1 down but the match ended 2-3, with Arsenal securing an important away win.

The second leg of that League Cup Semi-finals tie on 03 February 2026 at Emirates Stadium was even more controlled from the home side. Arsenal and Chelsea were level 0-0 at half-time, but Arsenal found the decisive goal to win 1-0 and progress from the tie with back-to-back victories. Most recently, on 01 March 2026 in the Premier League Regular Season - 28 at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal again prevailed 2-1 over Chelsea, turning a 1-1 half-time scoreline into a home win. Taken together, this Arsenal vs Chelsea timeline highlights Arsenal’s ability to edge close games, particularly in north London, across both league and cup.

Arsenal vs Chelsea Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall statistical picture from the latest five direct meetings underlines Arsenal’s superiority in results and goal production, while confirming that Chelsea have remained competitive on the scoreline.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Arsenal 8 - 4 Chelsea
Average Goals per Match: Arsenal 1.60 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:

01 March 2026: Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea (Half-time: 1-1) – Premier League Regular Season - 28
03 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 most reliable lens is their Premier League 2026 season to date. They have played 2 league matches, winning both, with no draws or defeats. Offensively, Arsenal have scored 4 goals, splitting 3 at home and 1 away, and they average 2.0 goals per match overall. Defensively, they have been flawless so far, conceding 0 goals both home and away, delivering clean sheets in both fixtures. This combination of efficiency in attack and complete defensive control provides strong momentum going into another high-profile home game at Emirates Stadium.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Last 5 Chelsea Matches Results and Stats

Chelsea’s season to date in the 2026 Premier League also shows a perfect record from 2 matches, with 2 wins, no draws, and no defeats. Their attacking output has been particularly notable, with 7 goals scored — 4 at home and 3 away — for an average of 3.5 goals per match. However, they have conceded 5 goals (3 at home, 2 away), an average of 2.5 per match, and have yet to keep a clean sheet. This profile points to a high-scoring, open style that could contrast sharply with Arsenal’s more balanced attack-and-defend approach.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Combining the head-to-head record, venue trends, and current league form, the historical numbers lean towards Arsenal. They have won 4 of the last 5 direct meetings, including all 3 at Emirates Stadium, and have outscored Chelsea 8-4 across those games. The venue split is especially telling: Chelsea have not managed a win either home or away in these recent clashes, and Arsenal have been particularly effective in London derbies on their own pitch. In the current Premier League season, Arsenal’s defensive solidity (0 goals conceded) contrasts with Chelsea’s more expansive but vulnerable profile (7 scored, 5 conceded). Overall, the stats suggest Arsenal hold both the historical and structural edge, while Chelsea’s attacking form keeps the prospect of another competitive, high-intensity encounter very much alive.

Arsenal vs Chelsea H2H Statistics updated on 01 September 2026.