Arsenal vs. Chelsea League Cup Lineups Revealed: How to Watch Live

The highly anticipated second leg of the League Cup semifinal is set to feature a thrilling encounter between Arsenal and Chelsea. Chelsea enters the match trailing Arsenal by one goal from the first leg, which ended 3-2. Without the away goals rule in effect, any tie on aggregate after 90 minutes will lead to extra time and potentially penalties.

Match Information

The winner of this showdown will earn a spot in the final at Wembley against likely opponents, Manchester City. As Chelsea searches for victory—a feat they haven’t accomplished against Arsenal in nearly five years—they have made some notable adjustments to their lineup.

Lineups

Manager Liam Rosenior has shaken things up for this crucial match. Key players Reece James and Pedro Neto will not feature, as they are being rested due to fitness concerns. However, Estevao has returned from Brazil and will sit on the bench alongside promising 16-year-old Academy midfielder Charlie Holland.

• Arsenal Starting XI:
  • Kepa
  • Timber
  • Saliba
  • Gabriel
  • Hincapie
  • Rice
  • Zubimendi
  • Eze
  • Madueke
  • Martinelli
  • Gyokeres
• Chelsea Starting XI (3-5-2/5-3-2):
  • Sanchez
  • Hato
  • Chalobah
  • Fofana
  • Cucurella
  • Enzo (c)
  • Santos
  • Caicedo
  • Gusto
  • Joao Pedro
  • Delap

Game Details

The match is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, at 20:00 GMT (3 PM EST, 1:30 AM IST the next day). It will take place at the Emirates Stadium in London, and Peter Bankes will serve as the on-pitch referee. VAR duties will be handled by Jamie Bell.

Broadcast Information

• On Television:
  • ITV1 (UK)
  • None (USA)
  • None (India)
  • SuperSport Premier League (NGA)
  • Canal+ Sport 3 (NGA)
• Streaming Options:
  • ITVx (UK)
  • Paramount+ (USA)
  • FanCode (India)
  • DStv Now (NGA)

Fans can look forward to an exciting night of football as both teams vie for a place in the final. Keep an eye on player performances and strategies as they unfold on the pitch.