Blues 2s for home win
Unlike last week’s US election between blue and red, this contest really does seem as though it’s too close to call – and it’s left the bookies uncertain in chalking it up.
Chelsea are unbeaten in four at Stamford Bridge but are a 2/1 shot to prevail today, while Arsenal are odds-against favourites despite just one win in the last six away games in all competitions.
- Chelsea win 2/1
- Draw 23/10
- Arsenal 13/10
Odds from Paddy Power correct at time of post publication.
Good afternoon from Stamford Bridge
Welcome to live SunSport coverage of the London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal in the Premier League.
Always eagerly anticipated, this rivalry has been dominated by the Gunners in recent seasons.
But the clubs meet today locked together on 18 points, and vying for the win that will take them back into the top four.
For Mikel Arteta’s team, however, there is more at stake.
Considered Manchester City’s main title challenger at the season’s start, another loss at the in-form Blues this afternoon will see them 10 points off pacesetters Liverpool at the top.
Would that be too early to write them off in their quest to be champions? It’s debatable.
Enzo Maresca’s hosts have been flying of late with the mercurial Cole Palmer in the pilot’s seat.
The 22-year-old is a fitness doubt for today, but should he be included then expect the news to send shockwaves through both camps.
It’s a 4.30pm kick-off in West London, and confirmation of the two teams is on the way.
