Arsenal Vs Chelsea Tactical Match Analysis
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Arsenal booked their place in the EFL Cup final with a disciplined and controlled performance against Chelsea on 3 February 2026, winning 1–0 on the night and securing a 4–2 aggregate victory. The result marked Mikel Arteta’s 10th win over Chelsea, making the Blues the team he has beaten more than any other in his managerial career, while also maintaining his record as the only manager to defeat Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea. The match was defined by structure rather than spectacle. Both sides approached the game with a clear defensive mindset, resulting in a low-event contest. Arsenal and Chelsea recorded just two shots on target each, while Chelsea’s 14 total shots largely came from non-threatening areas, particularly from the left flank and mostly outside the box. The shot map clearly reflected Chelsea’s struggles to access central zones and create meaningful chances. Chelsea began the game in a 3-5-2 formation, a notable departure from their usual 4-2-3-1. In possession, they built wit
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