Arsenal will face Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, looking to protect a 3–2 aggregate lead and secure a spot in the League Cup final for the first time in eight years.
The Gunners are currently in a strong position, leading the Premier League by six points. Manager Mikel Arteta has shaped the team into a consistent winner, remaining unbeaten in their last nine matches against Chelsea. The team shows impressive creativity, with Bukayo Saka ranking among the top chance creators in this season’s competition, second only to Rubin Colwill.
Arsenal Team News
Arteta faces a challenge with a key injury. Mikel Merino will be out for a lengthy period due to a fractured foot that needs surgery. As a result, Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice will be crucial in midfield. Bukayo Saka is under evaluation after a hip problem kept him out of the Leeds match. If he cannot play, Noni Madueke is likely to start after scoring recently.
Kepa Arrizabalaga may continue as goalkeeper against his former team, having been in goal for the first leg. The defense will likely include William Saliba and Gabriel, with Jurriën Timber and Riccardo Calafiori adding stability to the backline. Arsenal boasts one of the best non-penalty expected goals differentials in the league. In attack, Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli will likely support Viktor Gyökeres, who played a crucial role in the first leg victory.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup
Predicted XI: Arrizabalaga; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice, Ødegaard; Madueke, Jesus, Martinelli
When will the match kick off?
The Carabao Cup semi-final will take place at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, kicking off at 20:00 GMT.
How to watch Arsenal vs Chelsea?
In the UK, the match will be available live on Sky Sports Main Event and ITV1. Viewers can also stream the game on ITVX or the Sky Go app.
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