Arsenal vs Chelsea Preview and 18/1 Bet Builder | EFL Cup

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Match Info
  • Fixture: Arsenal vs Chelsea

  • Competition: EFL Cup (Carabao Cup) – Semi-final, 2nd leg

  • Date: Tuesday 3 February 2026

  • Kick-off: 20:00 (UK)

  • Venue: Emirates Stadium

  • First-leg result: Chelsea 2–3 Arsenal

Arsenal vs Chelsea Bet Builder

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
8/13

Reason for Tip

Arsenal’s one-goal cushion gives them flexibility, but the game state strongly points toward another open contest. Chelsea must chase the tie, and their recent away profile suggests they will do so aggressively rather than conservatively. That should naturally increase corner volume, disciplinary incidents, and shooting opportunities for both sides.

Arsenal’s attacking depth and recent scoring consistency make them well placed to strike at least twice again, particularly if Chelsea commit numbers forward. The Gunners’ ability to control key phases at home should ultimately prove decisive, even if they concede along the way.

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 3.5 Cards

Over 3.5 Cards
3/10

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Viktor Gyokeres 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Joao Pedro 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
5/4

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Marc Cucurella 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
1/1

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/7

Reason for Tip

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Form and Team Stats: Home Team

Arsenal
Arsenal return to the Emirates holding a narrow aggregate advantage and knowing that a place in their first EFL Cup final since 2017/18 is firmly within reach. The Gunners’ overall momentum remains strong, with just one defeat in their last 15 matches across all competitions (W12, D2). Confidence was further boosted at the weekend by a dominant league win, underlining the attacking rhythm Mikel Arteta’s side have rediscovered.

That said, Arsenal’s recent home form in domestic competitions has not been flawless. They failed to win their last two home fixtures prior to this tie, and memories of last season’s semi-final elimination at this stage still linger. Expect a controlled but assertive approach, with Arsenal unlikely to sit on their lead given Chelsea’s attacking threat.

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Form and Team Stats: Away Team

Chelsea
Chelsea arrive needing a result, but their form under Liam Rosenior suggests they remain dangerous. The Blues have won six of their seven matches since his appointment, with the only defeat coming in the first leg of this tie. Their latest league victory required a second-half comeback, highlighting both resilience and defensive fragility.

Away from home, Chelsea have been particularly aggressive in attack, scoring three or more goals in three consecutive away wins. However, that attacking intent has come at a cost, with just one clean sheet in their last ten away matches. They will need to push forward again here, which may leave space for Arsenal to exploit.

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Predicted Starting XI

Arsenal (4-3-3):
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Zubimendi, Havertz; Martinelli, Gyökeres, Madueke

Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
Sánchez; Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Neto, João Pedro, Garnacho; Jackson

Arsenal vs Chelsea Bet Builder

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
8/13

Reason for Tip

Arsenal’s one-goal cushion gives them flexibility, but the game state strongly points toward another open contest. Chelsea must chase the tie, and their recent away profile suggests they will do so aggressively rather than conservatively. That should naturally increase corner volume, disciplinary incidents, and shooting opportunities for both sides.

Arsenal’s attacking depth and recent scoring consistency make them well placed to strike at least twice again, particularly if Chelsea commit numbers forward. The Gunners’ ability to control key phases at home should ultimately prove decisive, even if they concede along the way.

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 3.5 Cards

Over 3.5 Cards
3/10

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Viktor Gyokeres 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Joao Pedro 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
5/4

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Marc Cucurella 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
1/1

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/7

Reason for Tip

Prediction and Reasoning

Arsenal’s one-goal cushion gives them flexibility, but the game state strongly points toward another open contest. Chelsea must chase the tie, and their recent away profile suggests they will do so aggressively rather than conservatively. That should naturally increase corner volume, disciplinary incidents, and shooting opportunities for both sides.

Arsenal’s attacking depth and recent scoring consistency make them well placed to strike at least twice again, particularly if Chelsea commit numbers forward. The Gunners’ ability to control key phases at home should ultimately prove decisive, even if they concede along the way.

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Bet Builder Prediction

✅ TipMan Bet Builder (18/1)

  • Arsenal 2+ team goals

  • Over 8.5 corners

  • Over 3.5 cards

  • Viktor Gyökeres 1+ shot on target

  • João Pedro 1+ shot on target

  • Marc Cucurella 2+ fouls

  • Martin Zubimendi 1+ foul

Correct Score Lean: Arsenal 2–1 Chelsea

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Arsenal vs Chelsea Bet Builder

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Arsenal 2+ Goals

Team To Score 2+ Goals
8/13

Reason for Tip

Arsenal’s one-goal cushion gives them flexibility, but the game state strongly points toward another open contest. Chelsea must chase the tie, and their recent away profile suggests they will do so aggressively rather than conservatively. That should naturally increase corner volume, disciplinary incidents, and shooting opportunities for both sides.

Arsenal’s attacking depth and recent scoring consistency make them well placed to strike at least twice again, particularly if Chelsea commit numbers forward. The Gunners’ ability to control key phases at home should ultimately prove decisive, even if they concede along the way.

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
8/15

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Over 3.5 Cards

Over 3.5 Cards
3/10

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Viktor Gyokeres 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Joao Pedro 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
5/4

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Marc Cucurella 2+ Fouls

Player 2+ Fouls
1/1

Reason for Tip

3 Feb 20:00 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup
3 Feb 20:00
Arsenal vs Chelsea - English League Cup

Martin Zubimendi 1+ Fouls

Player 1+ Fouls
2/7

Reason for Tip

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