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 +4 goal difference after two wins from two, while Chelsea are 4th, also on 6 points with a +2 goal difference. This early-season clash could already shape the upper end of the table and will be closely watched by anyone studying Arsenal vs Chelsea stats.

Arsenal have been dominant defensively so far, scoring 4 and conceding none, including a 3-0 home win and a 1-0 away victory. Chelsea, by contrast, have been involved in high-scoring contests, netting 7 and conceding 5 across their first two fixtures. With both clubs targeting Champions League qualification, this fixture at Emirates Stadium carries significant stakes in the Premier League race.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent sequence of tight, competitive meetings between Arsenal and Chelsea across league and cup competitions.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Arsenal wins: 4
• Draws: 1
• Chelsea wins: 0

Arsenal vs Chelsea Timeline & Historical Context

The available Arsenal vs Chelsea timeline highlights a period of clear Arsenal superiority in direct encounters. The earliest match in this sequence came on 16 March 2025 in the Premier League Regular Season - 29 at Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal beat Chelsea 1-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time. That narrow home success set the tone for a series of results in which Arsenal consistently found a way to edge their London rivals.

On 30 November 2025, the teams met again in the Premier League Regular Season - 13 at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea led 1-0 at full-time after a goalless first half, but the final scoreline was Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal, underlining how balanced their league meetings have been on Chelsea’s ground. The rivalry then intensified in the League Cup Semi-finals of the 2025 season. On 14 January 2026 at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea and Arsenal produced a high-scoring tie, with Chelsea 2-3 Arsenal after Arsenal had led 1-0 at half-time.

The semi-final returned leg at Emirates Stadium on 03 February 2026 saw Arsenal 1-0 Chelsea in another tight contest, goalless at half-time before Arsenal found a winner. Most recently, on 01 March 2026 in the Premier League Regular Season - 28 at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal again prevailed 2-1 over Chelsea, having been level 1-1 at the break. Taken together, this Arsenal vs Chelsea timeline shows Arsenal repeatedly edging close games, both in the Premier League and in the League Cup.

Arsenal vs Chelsea Head to Head Overall Breakdown

Across the five most recent competitive meetings, Arsenal have been more efficient at converting chances into results, while Chelsea have struggled to turn competitive performances into wins.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Arsenal 9 - 4 Chelsea
• Average Goals per Match: Arsenal 1.80 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

Arsenal’s form in the Premier League 2026 season to date has been flawless. They have played 2 league matches, winning both, with 4 goals scored and none conceded. At home, Arsenal have one match played with a 3-0 victory, while away they have a 1-0 win, underlining a strong defensive structure and clinical finishing. Two clean sheets and no failures to score indicate a balanced side in control of matches.

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

Last 5 Chelsea Matches Results and Stats

Chelsea’s Premier League 2026 season to date has also started with two wins from two, but in a very different style. They have scored 7 goals and conceded 5, with a 4-3 home win and a 3-2 away victory. This points to an open, attacking approach that carries significant threat going forward but also leaves defensive vulnerabilities. With no clean sheets yet, Chelsea’s ability to outscore opponents has been key.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

History points to a clear recent advantage for Arsenal in this fixture, especially at Emirates Stadium, where they have won all three of the most recent home meetings against Chelsea across league and cup. Overall, Arsenal lead the recent head-to-head 4 wins to 0 with 1 draw, and a 9-4 aggregate goal tally, reflecting their ability to manage tight games and take key moments. Current league form reinforces that picture: Arsenal combine defensive solidity with efficient attacking, while Chelsea arrive with a perfect record but a far more porous back line. Statistically, the trends lean towards another strong Arsenal performance at home, though Chelsea’s high-scoring profile suggests this Premier League clash could again be decided by fine margins.

Arsenal vs Chelsea H2H Statistics updated on 01 September 2026.