Arsenal vs Chelsea: Full lineups confirmed as Kai Havertz starts in Premier League 2026-27 match
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Both sides have managed a flawless record in the league.
Arsenal will host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium in a Matchday 3 fixture of the English Premier League 2026-27 on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Both sides have won their opening two games, making for an exciting contest in North London today.
Having won the Premier League title last season, Arsenal began their title defence with a solid 3-0 victory over newly promoted Coventry City. Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard found the back of the net for Mikel Arteta’s side. Saka scored in the next game against Aston Villa, securing a 1-0 win and preserving the 100% record for the Gunners.
Chelsea, too, began their league campaign with a thrilling 3-2 victory away at Fulham, with Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers, and Cole Palmer scoring for the Blues. The next game against Brighton & Hove Albion was a seven-goal thriller, with Xabi Alonso’s side securing a 4-3 victory.
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Arsenal vs Chelsea Lineups
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Arsenal
Starting XI: David Raya; Ben White, Ezri Konsa, Gabriel Magalhaes, Riccardo Calafiori; Declan Rice, Myles Lewis-Skelly; Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Christos Tzolis; Kai Havertz.
Bench: Kepa Arrizabalaga (gk), Piero Hincapie, Eberechi Eze, Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Bruno Guimaraes, Max Dowman.
Chelsea
Starting XI: Emiliano Martinez; Wesley Fofana, Maxence Lacroix, Josh Acheampong; Pedro Neto, Reece James, Romeo Lavia, Jorrel Hato; Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers; Joao Pedro.
Bench: Mike Penders (gk), Levi Colwill, Malo Gusto, Pep Chavarria, Valentin Barco, Geovany Quenda, Jamie Gittens, Estevao Willian, Danny Welbeck.
When is the Arsenal vs Chelsea Premier League 2026‑27 match?
The Matchday 3 fixture will be played on Sunday, September 6, 2026, with kick‑off at 9:00 PM IST.
Where will Arsenal vs Chelsea take place?
The match will be held at the Emirates Stadium in North London, England.
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