On November 10, Chelsea and Arsenal will clash in the 11th round of the English Premier League. This London derby, steeped in history with 213 encounters, takes on added significance as both clubs are currently competing at the top of the league, aiming for Champions League qualification spots. The last time these teams met, Arsenal secured an emphatic 5-0 victory at the Emirates.
Chelsea
Chelsea, under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, has shown newfound stability. The Blues have recorded seven wins and only one defeat in their last ten matches, with their sole loss being a 2-1 away defeat to Liverpool. In their most recent Premier League fixture, Chelsea triumphed over Newcastle 2-1. At home, Chelsea has been formidable, losing only once this season—a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City in the opening round.
Arsenal
Arsenal, on the other hand, has struggled away from home since September 15. The Gunners have managed only draws against Atalanta (0-0) and Manchester City (2-2) and suffered a 2-0 loss to Bournemouth. Two of these three matches saw Arsenal reduced to ten men due to red cards. In their last league match, Mikel Arteta’s side played out a 2-2 draw against Liverpool.
Player to Watch: Nicolas Jackson
The Chelsea forward with Senegalese-Zambian roots is in impressive form. Jackson has netted six goals and provided three assists in ten matches, making him one of the team’s most valuable assets. Although he failed to contribute a goal or assist in the recent clash with Manchester United, he has yet to go two consecutive matches without a decisive action this season. 1xBet estimates the odds of Jackson finding the back of the net in the derby at 3.2.
Prediction
This promises to be an intriguing matchup where Arsenal’s status as favorites has waned. The primary reasons are their recent form, defensive lapses, a laid-back playing style, and inefficiency in converting chances. In contrast, Chelsea has shown excellent form and has climbed into the top four of the Premier League standings. The home team appears more solid and could claim a significant win. Notably, 1xBet is offering a competitive odds of 2.875 for a Chelsea victory.
Betting Tips
Given the current dynamics, Chelsea is in a strong position to secure a positive result against an Arsenal side struggling with consistency and discipline. Bettors might find value in a double chance bet (1X) on Chelsea for 1.602 at 1xBet or betting on Nicolas Jackson to score.
