Match report
Arsenal Stuns Chelsea with Thrilling 3-2 Victory in League Cup
Chelsea
2–3
FT
Arsenal
Jan 14, 2026
Arsenal delivered an electrifying performance to upset Chelsea with a thrilling 3-2 win in the League Cup. Benjamin White's early strike set Arsenal on course, only for Chelsea to fight back through A. Garnacho’s brace. However, goals from Viktor Gyökeres and Martín Zubimendi sealed victory for the Gunners.
Key Facts
- • Arsenal 3–2 Chelsea (League Cup)
- • Benjamin White opened scoring in the 7th minute with an assist from Declan Rice
- • A. Garnacho scored twice for Chelsea, including a brace
- • Viktor Gyökeres and Martín Zubimendi added goals for Arsenal
Lineups
Chelsea
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 R. Sanchez (G)
- 34 J. Acheampong (D)
- 23 T. Chalobah (D)
- 29 W. Fofana (D)
- 3 M. Cucurella (D)
- 17 Andrey Santos (M)
- 8 E. Fernandez (M)
- 41 Estêvão (M)
- 20 Joao Pedro (M)
- 7 P. Neto (M)
- 38 M. Guiu (F)
Substitutes
- 12 F. Jorgensen
- 5 B. Badiashile
- 4 T. Adarabioyo
- 21 J. Hato
- 14 D. Essugo
- 40 F. Buonanotte
- 49 A. Garnacho
- 32 T. George
- 9 S. Mheuka
Arsenal
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 13 K. Arrizabalaga (G)
- 4 B. White (D)
- 2 W. Saliba (D)
- 6 Gabriel (D)
- 12 J. Timber (D)
- 8 M. Odegaard (M)
- 36 M. Zubimendi (M)
- 41 D. Rice (M)
- 7 B. Saka (F)
- 14 V. Gyökeres (F)
- 19 L. Trossard (F)
Substitutes
- 1 D. Raya
- 9 Gabriel Jesus
- 10 E. Eze
- 11 G. Martinelli
- 16 C. Norgaard
- 20 N. Madueke
- 23 M. Merino
- 29 K. Havertz
- 49 M. Lewis-Skelly
Timeline
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7' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalBenjamin White · Assist: Declan Rice
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42' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardL. Trossard
Foul
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44' Chelsea Card · Yellow CardM. Cucurella
Foul
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49' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalV. Gyökeres
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53' Chelsea subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Acheampong · On: B. Badiashile
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53' Chelsea subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Guiu · On: A. Garnacho
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57' Chelsea Goal · Normal GoalA. Garnacho · Assist: P. Neto
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65' Chelsea Card · Yellow CardB. Badiashile
Foul
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67' Arsenal subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Trossard · On: Gabriel Martinelli
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68' Arsenal subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Ødegaard · On: M. Merino
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71' Arsenal Goal · Normal GoalMartín Zubimendi · Assist: V. Gyökeres
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75' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardK. Arrizabalaga
Time wasting
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75' Chelsea subst · Substitution 3Off: W. Fofana · On: J. Hato
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78' Arsenal Card · Yellow CardM. Merino
Foul
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81' Chelsea subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Cucurella · On: Tosin Adarabioyo
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81' Chelsea subst · Substitution 5Off: João Pedro · On: S. Mheuka
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82' Arsenal subst · Substitution 3Off: V. Gyökeres · On: Gabriel Jesus
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82' Arsenal subst · Substitution 4Off: Declan Rice · On: K. Havertz
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83' Chelsea Goal · Normal GoalA. Garnacho
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90'+6 Arsenal Card · Yellow CardJurriën Timber
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Chelsea | Arsenal |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 83% |
| Offsides | 4 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 10 | 17 |
| Corners | 6 | 9 |
| Total Passes | 495 | 356 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 6 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 1 | 6 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 421 | 295 |
| Shots Inside Box | 7 | 12 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Arsenal's early goal by Benjamin White set the tone, putting them ahead within minutes of kick-off.
- ▸ Chelsea's resurgence in the second half with two quickfire goals from A. Garnacho gave them a brief lead, but Arsenal’s strong response sealed their victory.