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Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-2 in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg, taking a crucial lead into the second leg at the Emirates and moving closer to a first major final since 2020. Gyokeres starred with a goal and an assist, while Garnacho struck for Chelsea's comeback; Arsenal may have extended their advantage, but the tie remains open as they shift focus to the next leg and upcoming league match.
Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-2 at Stamford Bridge in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg, with Mikel Arteta praising a competitive display and noting two late chances to extend the lead. He highlighted Viktor Gyokeres’s all‑round contribution and goal, backed Ben White’s consistency, and lauded Martin Zubimendi’s versatility and composure. Arteta stressed the tie remains open with a return leg at the Emirates to come, and said recovery and preparation for Nottingham Forest will begin soon, underscoring the momentum but that the challenge is far from over.
Arsenal won 3-2 at Chelsea to take a 3-2 aggregate lead in the Carabao Cup semi-final, with Ben White, Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi scoring for the Gunners while Alejandro Garnacho struck twice for Chelsea; the tie heads to the Emirates for the second leg next month.
Arsenal took a 2-0 lead in the League Cup semi-final first leg as Chelsea’s defense faltered, but Garnacho scored twice to pull Chelsea within a goal before Martin Zubimendi restored Arsenal’s cushion; Garnacho added a late strike to make it 3-2, sending the tie to the second leg amid Chelsea’s injury issues and a quick turnaround for Brentford.
Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-1 in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Stamford Bridge, taking an early lead and extending it as the live coverage tracked goals, substitutions and key moments that leave the Gunners with a solid advantage ahead of the second leg.
Chelsea and Arsenal have confirmed lineups for the Carabao Cup semifinal first leg at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea’s XI features Sánchez; Cucurella, Fofana, Chalobah, Acheampong; Santos, Enzo (captain); Neto, João Pedro, Estêvão, Guiu, while Arsenal line up with Kepa in goal alongside White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber, Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard, Saka, Trossard, Gyokeres. The game kicks off at 20:00 GMT on Jan 14, 2026, with TV/streaming options including Sky Sports Main Event (UK) and Sky Go (UK); Paramount+ (USA); FanCode (India); DStv Now (NG).
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior says beating Arsenal in the Carabao Cup semi-final requires the team to bring high energy, relentless pressing and strong duels, plus solid defending of set-pieces, as Chelsea study Arsenal's strengths and approach the game with renewed focus after his arrival and a positive Charlton showing.
Arsenal head to Chelsea for the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with several fitness concerns, notably William Saliba and Leandro Trossard as doubts and additional injuries (Calafiori, Hincapie, Mosquera, Dowman). Arteta is tipped to field a 4-3-3 featuring Kepa Arrizabalaga in goal and a back four of White, Saliba, Gabriel and Timber, with Zubimendi, Rice and Odegaard in midfield and Saka, Gyokeres and Martinelli in attack. If Saliba misses out, Timber could move to left-back with White at right-back. Kick-off is 8pm GMT at Stamford Bridge.}{
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta spoke ahead of the Carabao Cup semi-final with Chelsea, giving injury updates (Hincapie and Calafiori uncertain; Saliba and Trossard doubts; Dowman and Mosquera weeks away), praising Kai Havertz's return and stressing minutes management for him and others. He reflected on facing Chelsea's new manager Liam Rosenior, learning from last year's semi-final, and the need to rotate across competitions as Arsenal push to reach the final, with Per Mertesacker leaving at season's end.
Arsenal overturned an early deficit to beat Portsmouth 4-1 in the FA Cup third round, with Gabriel Martinelli completing the first senior hat-trick of his career. Merino anchored midfield and impressed defensively, while Ethan Nwaneri, handed a rare start, looked dangerous and contributed solidly as Arsenal progressed to the fourth round.
Gabriel Martinelli capped a dramatic week by scoring his first senior hat-trick as Arsenal beat Portsmouth 4-1 to reach the FA Cup fourth round. The goals came from two near-post headers off Madueke’s corners and a late strike from a quick free-kick setup, taking him to nine goals in all competitions and making him Arsenal’s top scorer this season. The week began with criticism after he shoved an injured Conor Bradley (who later suffered a season-ending injury), and he answered with focus and form as Kai Havertz returned and a 16-year-old debuted for the club.
Arsenal extended their Premier League lead to six points with a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth, highlighted by Declan Rice's return from injury with a brace, despite a late goal from Bournemouth's Kroupi. The match was a five-goal thriller with early mistakes and strong performances, showcasing Arsenal's resilience and Bournemouth's fighting spirit.
Arsenal extended their lead at the Premier League top to six points with a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth, highlighted by Declan Rice's return from injury with a brace, despite a late goal from Bournemouth's Kroupi. The match was a five-goal thriller with early mistakes and strong performances from both sides, and Arsenal's resilience secured their win as they prepare for their next game against Liverpool.
Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth, highlighted by Declan Rice's two goals and a dramatic comeback after Bournemouth's early lead, captured in a post-match photo gallery.
Arsenal narrowly defeated Bournemouth 3-2 in a Premier League match, with detailed stats showing Arsenal's dominance in possession, shots, and passes, while Bournemouth committed more fouls and received more yellow cards.