Disappointments like this happen very often, when the favorite team suffers an unexpected defeat, disappointment will be felt by anyone. Chelsea defeat against Brighton was very embarrassing, especially Potter, who had managed Brighton before moving to Chelsea.
The bad results obtained from Brighton must be immediately forgotten by Chelsea because there are big games that are the main focus. The match against Arsenal is not easy For Chelsea, Arsenal slick appearance this season must be watched out for by Chelsea. Arsenal are eager to get a win at Stamford bridge to keep their position safe from the pursuit of Manchester City.
Chelsea who have just dropped points will try to make amends by beating Arsenal, Potter will give instructions to his players to perform optimally, three points must be won at Stamford bridge to match the points earned by Newcastle who are in fourth place.
Chelsea's main target is to get 3 points in the match against Arsenal, those are points that must be secured by Chelsea to stay in the top 4 of the Premier League. After all, Arsenal are still likely to be defeated even though Arsenal have been consistent in many matches with wins.
Both teams might have to really play well in this match even though each of them have one game in the other competition 2 days before the match. Chelsea I think will secure the points, but it's never easy because Arsenal are in a great transformation.
Playing at home is a distinct advantage for Chelsea against the Gunners. Yes, they could use it to put pressure on Arsenal's players with their twelfth man. Arsenal who came with the status of a guest club will also definitely be eyeing a victory to maintain its position in the standings. Here Chelsea has a negative trend in their last 3 matches.
In their last 5 meetings, Arsenal have a slim lead with 3 wins and 2 losses, and in their last encounter in the Premier League Arsenal beat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, it could be a good investment for them to do it again.