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Arsenal host Chelsea in a high-stakes London derby, with four key duels likely to decide the outcome: Declan Rice vs Moisés Caicedo in midfield; Bukayo Saka vs Jorrel Hato on the wing (contingent on Saka’s fitness); William Saliba vs João Pedro; and Gabriel vs Robert Sánchez on set-pieces, a contest that could influence both teams’ European hopes.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates with a five-point lead in the Premier League and a chance to extend it; Chelsea are still seeking their first win over the Gunners in nearly five years and face injuries—Estêvão and Cucurella out, Fofana suspended—while Palmer and James are fit for selection. The match could shape the title race and top-four prospects as both sides push through a demanding run-in.
Tottenham host West Ham in a pivotal Premier League London derby as Spurs chase a turnaround after a four-game winless run and FA Cup exit, while West Ham sit 18th and aggressively fight relegation with a leaky defense. The Saturday, Jan 17 match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (10:00 ET / 3:00 UK) could hinge on Spurs’ home advantage, midfield spark, and whether they finally convert chances against a fragile Hammers backline; several Spurs attackers are unavailable, heightening the stakes for a needed result.
Tottenham secured a 3-0 victory over West Ham in a London Derby, benefiting from a red card to West Ham's Tomas Soucek, with goals from Sarr, Bergvall, and Van de Ven. The match featured contentious refereeing decisions, including disallowed goals and penalties, and highlighted Tottenham's midfield struggles but also their resilience and attacking potential. The win marks Tottenham's first cup final appearance since their Europa League triumph.
West Ham has banned half-and-half scarves and implemented increased security measures for the London derby against Tottenham to prevent away supporters from entering home sections and to manage potential flashpoints, especially with the return of Tottenham's Mohammed Kudus, whose comments have upset some West Ham fans.
Chelsea secured their first win of the 2025/26 Premier League season with a dominant 5-1 victory over West Ham, featuring standout performances from Joao Pedro and new signings, while West Ham struggled defensively and remain at the bottom of the table.
Chelsea staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Tottenham 4-3 in a thrilling London derby, with Cole Palmer scoring twice from the penalty spot. Despite early errors by Marc Cucurella that allowed Tottenham to take a 2-0 lead, Chelsea responded with goals from Jadon Sancho, Enzo Fernández, and Palmer's penalties. The victory places Chelsea second in the Premier League, four points behind leaders Liverpool. Tottenham's loss adds pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou, as they sit 11th in the standings.