Aston Villa v Arsenal
Arsenal's previous listed league match is the Monday night trip to Aston Villa.
Premier League fixture
Arsenal vs Chelsea 2026
Arsenal v Chelsea is listed as an early-season London derby at Emirates Stadium. Use this page for the date, kick-off time, TV channel, venue and why the fixture moved to Sunday.
At a glance
Arsenal v Chelsea facts
- Match
- Arsenal v Chelsea
- Competition
- Premier League 2026/27
- Date
- Sunday, September 6, 2026
- Kick-off
- 16:30 BST
- TV
- Sky Sports
- Venue
- Emirates Stadium
- Schedule note
- Moved for live TV coverage
Timeline
How this match fits the early season
Arsenal v Chelsea
The London derby is the Sunday 16:30 BST Sky Sports fixture at Emirates Stadium.
Champions League Matchday 1
The first UEFA league-phase matchweek follows immediately after this Premier League weekend.
Next league fixtures
Arsenal go to Sunderland while Chelsea host Hull City in the next Premier League round.
Guide
What fans should know
Why this fixture has search demand
Arsenal v Chelsea is the first major London derby in the early 2026/27 Premier League schedule, with both club audiences searching for kick-off time, TV channel and fixture changes.
Why the date changed
Chelsea confirmed the trip to Arsenal was pushed back from Saturday to Sunday, September 6 after selection for live Sky Sports coverage.
Why the timing matters
The match lands just before Champions League Matchday 1, making recovery, rotation and European travel part of the early-season storyline.
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Plan around the match
Next step
Arsenal fixtures
Arsenal's full 2026/27 Premier League schedule, including early TV selections and final day.
Next stepChelsea fixtures
Chelsea's full 2026/27 Premier League schedule, including August and September TV moves.
Next stepChampions League Matchday 1
The European matchweek immediately after Arsenal v Chelsea.
FAQ
Arsenal v Chelsea questions
When is Arsenal vs Chelsea in 2026?
Arsenal v Chelsea is listed for Sunday, September 6, 2026.
What time does Arsenal vs Chelsea kick off?
Arsenal v Chelsea kicks off at 16:30 BST.
What TV channel has Arsenal vs Chelsea?
Chelsea confirmed Arsenal v Chelsea will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK.
Where is Arsenal vs Chelsea played?
Arsenal v Chelsea is played at Emirates Stadium.
Why was Arsenal vs Chelsea moved to Sunday?
Chelsea said the match was pushed back from Saturday to Sunday, September 6 after being selected for live Sky Sports coverage.