"Arsenal, who finished second in the last three seasons, have struggled with the pressure of the title race in the current campaign as well, settling for back-to-back draws at Brentford and bottom-side Wolves this month. Last weekend, leaders Arsenal bounced back with a commanding 4-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, but anything less than three points against Chelsea on Sunday will put them at risk of City, five points behind with a game in hand, closing the gap at the top."
"The last time Arsenal beat Chelsea three times in the same season was also the last time they won the Premier League, in 2003-04. And while one may not necessarily lead to the other, Arsenal are going into Sunday's clash desperate for a win to keep Manchester City at bay."
"Fifth-placed Chelsea have not beaten Arsenal since 2021 and lost twice in their League Cup semifinal tie in January and February, but had held Arsenal to a league draw in November despite playing most of the game with 10 men."
Arsenal faces Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on Sunday in a crucial Premier League match. Arsenal currently leads the table but has drawn their last two matches against Brentford and Wolves, allowing Manchester City to close the gap to five points with a game in hand. A victory is essential to maintain their title challenge. Chelsea, in fifth place, has not beaten Arsenal since 2021 and lost twice to them in the League Cup semifinal. However, Chelsea held Arsenal to a draw in November while playing with ten men. Arsenal has also struggled recently against top-six teams, drawing with Liverpool and losing to Manchester United. Manager Mikel Arteta remains focused despite Arsenal's historical advantage over Chelsea.
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