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Chelsea Faces Arsenal with Key Players Missing

2/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Chelsea will face Arsenal this weekend with Marc Cucurella (Chelsea) and Estevao Willian (Chelsea) sidelined by injuries.
Estevao Willian (Chelsea) will miss his second consecutive game due to a hamstring issue.
Reece James (Chelsea) is available for selection.
Wesley Fofana (Chelsea) is suspended.
Chelsea aims to improve its Premier League position after drawing with Burnley and to break its three-game winless run against Arsenal.

History

Historical Context

The English Premier League was formed on May 27, 1992, when 22 clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, broke away from the Football League to capitalize on lucrative television rights. This shift led to a record £1.1 billion in broadcasting deals for the 2019-2020 season, highlighting the league's financial impact and competitive nature, as seen in Chelsea's ongoing rivalry with Arsenal.

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Story summary

Chelsea will face Arsenal this weekend with Marc Cucurella (Chelsea) and Estevao Willian (Chelsea) sidelined by injuries.
Estevao Willian (Chelsea) will miss his second consecutive game due to a hamstring issue.
Reece James (Chelsea) is available for selection.
Wesley Fofana (Chelsea) is suspended.
Chelsea aims to improve its Premier League position after drawing with Burnley and to break its three-game winless run against Arsenal.

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