“I’ve got to back the boys.” Gary Cahill thinks Chelsea can beat Arsenal

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·28 November 2025

“I’ve got to back the boys.” Gary Cahill thinks Chelsea can beat Arsenal

Former Chelsea defender Gary Cahill has backed the Blues to overcome Arsenal when the two sides meet in the Premier League this weekend. This fixture represents one of the biggest league matches in Europe this weekend, with Chelsea closely following Arsenal in the league standings.

The Stakes of the Match

A win for Chelsea would reduce the gap between the clubs in the table, while a victory for Arsenal would make it increasingly difficult for other sides to catch them. The Gunners are aware of this and are expected to perform at their peak when facing the Blues. Meanwhile, Chelsea enters the encounter full of confidence following their impressive victory against Barcelona during the week, a match in which they were dominant. Arsenal’s players will have observed that performance and understand that they will be up against a formidable opponent when the two clubs clash.

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Although many observers are likely to back Arsenal to continue their push for the Premier League title, Cahill has taken a different view, which is unsurprising given his long association with Chelsea.

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Cahill’s Prediction

As quoted by Blues Footy, Cahill stated, “I think Chelsea will win 2-1 against Arsenal this weekend. I’ve got to back the boys, and they turn up against the big teams. I think they’ll relish this opportunity and they’re coming off a massive win against Barcelona so confidence will be sky-high.”

His prediction underlines the belief that Chelsea’s recent success in Europe has boosted their morale ahead of a crucial league fixture. With both sides highly motivated, the match promises to be closely contested, with significant implications for the title race. Cahill’s perspective offers an insight into the mindset of Chelsea players and former representatives, highlighting the potential threat posed by a confident and youthful squad.

As the weekend approaches, attention will be firmly on Stamford Bridge to see if Chelsea can secure the result Cahill anticipates, or if Arsenal will maintain their lead in the Premier League standings.

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