Overview
- The first leg is on Wednesday 14 January at Stamford Bridge, live on Sky Sports in the UK with Paramount+ carrying the stream in the US.
- Mikel Arteta said Piero Hincapié and Riccardo Calafiori will miss the tie, with William Saliba and Leandro Trossard doubtful.
- Arteta described reaching the final as a “mission” after last season’s painful semi-final exit, as Arsenal chase a first major trophy since the 2020 FA Cup.
- New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior opened with a 5-1 FA Cup win and said his staff have analysed Arsenal extensively, including their set-piece threat.
- Arsenal travel in strong form across competitions, with eight wins in their last nine matches and a lengthy unbeaten run.