Football NewsFootball.LondonUnverified source· 4 Sept 2026
Alonso faces Arteta as Chelsea host Arsenal
Chelsea's perfect start meets Arsenal's unbeaten run in a London derby with friendship on the sidelines.
Xabi Alonso
coach
Fixture
Chelsea vs Arsenal, Premier League
Kickoff
Sunday afternoon
Records
Both teams have 100% records
Arsenal defense
Yet to concede this season
What happened. Xabi Alonso's pre-match press conference is set for 1:30pm, previewing Chelsea's clash with Arsenal, with questions expected on Enzo Fernandez's exit and Moises Caicedo's fitness.
- Fernandez joined Manchester City for £125m on Tuesday.
- Caicedo limped off in the win over Brighton.
- Alonso faces long-time friend Mikel Arteta.
This is Alonso's toughest test yet as Chelsea boss, with both teams aiming to keep perfect starts.
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