“They are going to easily win against Chelsea. The series of defeat that Arsenal has faced would give them the strength to prevail against their host” – Craig Burley has shared his score prediction for the Chelsea vs. Arsenal Premier League match. The former player and analyst has weighed in on how he expects the game to unfold, offering his insights on the likely final outcome.

ESPN pundit Craig Burley has predicted that Arsenal will defeat Chelsea 2-0 in their upcoming Premier League match this weekend.

In his analysis, Burley shared with ESPN: “I believe Arsenal are the superior team. When Cole Palmer doesn’t perform, as he didn’t at Old Trafford, Chelsea tend to struggle. Arsenal, in my view, are the stronger side and are in greater need of the win.” While both teams have their respective goals, Burley emphasized that Arsenal’s need for points is particularly urgent, especially with their recent disappointing results. If Arsenal aims to challenge for the league title again, they can’t afford to fall further behind the leaders.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed respect for Chelsea’s progress under Enzo Maresca, but Arteta understands the critical importance of securing a victory in this crucial London derby.

Burley also suggested that Maresca might consider starting Mykhailo Mudryk to surprise Arsenal. The 23-year-old winger has been showing flashes of brilliance this season, highlighted by a spectacular goal from outside the box in Chelsea’s 8-0 cup victory over Noah. Remarkably, Mudryk has not started a league match for Chelsea since August 25, despite his promising performances in the cup competitions. With Nicolas Jackson thriving as Chelsea’s main striker this season, Mudryk’s potential addition could give Chelsea the edge.

Meanwhile, Arsenal’s central striker is former Chelsea star Kai Havertz. While Havertz remains a part of Stamford Bridge folklore for scoring the winning goal in a Champions League final, his loyalties are firmly with Arsenal now.