The Blues head into today's game off the back of an emphatic 3-0 win against Barcelona in the Champions League and today have the chance to close the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to three points.

Robert Sanchez keeps his place in goal behind the same back four that started against Barcelona, with Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella lining up against the Gunners.

Reece James and Moises Caicedo start in midfield, as Enzo Fernandez looks set to feature in the more advanced central role and seems set to be flanked by Estevao Willian and Pedro Neto. Joao Pedro is expected to lead the line.

There is great news for Blues fans as Cole Palmer is on the bench, as he is included in a matchday squad for the first time since September 20.

Chelsea: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; James (c), Caicedo; Estevao, Fernandez, Neto; Joao Pedro

Substitutes: Jorgensen, Acheampong, Tosin, Badiashile, Santos, Palmer, Gittens, Garnacho, Delap

Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Mosquera, Hincapie, Calafiori; Rice, Zubimendi Eze; Saka, Martinelli, Merino

Substitutes: Arrizabalaga, Lewis-Skelly, White, Odegaard, Norgaard, Nwaneri, Madueke, Gyokeres, Jesus

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Chelsea Foundation will be hosting a 'Magic of Blue' collection point at Britannia Gate ahead of Chelsea vs Arsenal for supporters to donate gifts. All gifts need to be in their original packaging and we are not able to accept food or drink items. Items welcome for donation include:

- Soft cosy blankets
- Unisex warm socks/Slipper socks (with grip bottoms)
- Gloves/Mittens/Hats/Scarves
- Craft kits/Puzzles/Crossword books
- Photo albums/Notebooks/2026 diaries and calendars
- Christmas decorations

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