Kick Off 9:00pm
Team News
- Laurent Koscielny is a major doubt and unlikely to recover from a knee injury in time to feature.
- Meanwhile, Jack Wilshere is set to be suspended for two games after an offensive hand gesture directed towards City fans last weekend.
- Santi Cazorla should return to the starting XI in his place, with Arteta and Flamini in competition for a place in midfield.
- Branislav Ivanovic missed the midweek cup defeat against Sunderland due to a ban but will return to take his place at right-back.
- John Obi Mikel and Frank Lampard both played 120 minutes of action last week and the former could be the fitter of the two to partner Ramires on Monday.
- Michael Essien is suspended having picked up his fifth booking in just 6 appearances this season.
Match Facts
| There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Chelsea's last 6games in the Premier League. | |
| Chelsea have scored at least 2 goals in their last 6 matches in the Premier League. | |
| Chelsea have scored at least 2 goals in 9 of their last 11 matches against Arsenal in all competitions. | |
| There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Arsenal's last 4home games in the Premier League. | |
| Chelsea have won their last 3 matches against Arsenal in all competitions. | |
| Arsenal are undefeated in their last 7 home matches in the |
Prediction
- Arsenal will look to extend their lead over Chelsea on Sunday but Arsene Wenger has never beaten Jose Mourinho as a manager, losing 5 and drawing 4 of 9 meetings.
- Theo Walcott has scored in more matches against Chelsea than any other side in his career (5) and after a brace last weekend he will be keen to stamp down his place having missed out of late through injury.
- The Blues' extra-time defeat to Sunderland in midweek will have taken it's toll but they should have recovered in time for Monday night in what is likely to be a very tight game.
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