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One of Arsenal Women and Chelsea Women can lead the Women's Super League (WSL) standings table on Saturday when the two sides lock horns at the Emirates Stadium in London.
However, the Blues have the edge with an all-win record so far following their 7-0 win at Crystal Palace. The Gunners played out a goalless draw against Everton in their previous league tie.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
How to watch Arsenal Women vs Chelsea Women online - TV channels & live streams
In the United States (US), the WSL match between Arsenal Women and Chelsea Women will be availabel to watch and stream online live through ESPN+.
Check out GOAL's Live Match Centre for updates.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
If you are abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) in order to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sport.
Arsenal Women vs Chelsea Women kick-off time & stadium
| Date: | October 12, 2024 |
| Kick-off time: | 5:45 am PT / 8:45 am ET |
| Venue: | Emirates Stadium |
The WSL match between Arsenal Women and Chelsea Women will be played at the Emirates Stadium in London, England.
It will kick off at 5:45 am PT / 8:45 am ET on Saturday, October 12, in the US.
Team news & squads
Arsenal Women team news
Arsenal head coach Jonal Eidavall will be without Amanda Ilestedt, Lina Hurtig, Laura Wienroither and Victoria Pelova due to injury issues.
Captain Leah Williamson is in line for her first WSL start this season after featuring at the back against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, while goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar could return to the XI after Manuela Zinsberger was given the nod in the Women's Champions League outing.
The likes of Kyra Cooney-Cross, Beth Mead and Alessia Russo are also eyeing recalls to the XI for Saturday's game.
Arsenal Women possible XI: Van Domselaar; Fox, Williamson, Codina, McCabe; Walti, Cooney-Cross; Mead, Maanum, Caldentey; Russo.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Zinsberger, Van Domselaar, Williams |
| Defenders: | Fox, Wubben-Moy, Codina, Williamson, Catley, McCabe, Reid |
| Midfielders: | Little, Maanum, Walti, Moller Kuhl, Cooney-Cross, Godfrey, Harbert |
| Forwards: | Caldentey, Mead, Kafaji, Foord, Russo, Blackstenius, Lia |
Chelsea Women team news
Hannah Hampton is a doubt after pulling out from Chelsea's starting XI ahead of the Champions League group stage clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday. However, the goalkeeper could return for the weekend clash, along with Catarina Macario.
Erin Cuthbert is a touch-and-go after sustaining a knock in the game against Real Madrid; while Sophie Ingle, Mia Fishel, Aniek Nouwen, Niamh Charles and Sam Kerr are certain absentees through their respective injuries.
Chelsea Women possible XI: Hampton; Bronze, Bright, Bjorn, Lawrence; Kaptein, Nusken, James; Rytting Kaneryd, Reiten, Ramirez.
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Musovic, Hampton, Cox |
| Defenders: | Bright, Lawrence, Bjorn, Perisset, Bronze, Mpome, Buchanan, Bernabe |
| Midfielders: | Nusken, Cuthbert, Reiten, Bartel, Kaptein, Rytting Kaneryd, Jean-Francois |
| Forwards: | Ramirez, Macario, James, Baltimore, Hamano, Beever-Jones |
Head-to-Head Record
The following is the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Arsenal Women and Chelsea Women across all competitions.
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2024 | Chelsea 1-0 Arsenal | Club Friendlies Women |
| March 31, 2024 | Arsenal 1-0 AET Chelsea | FA Women's League Cup |
| March 15, 2024 | Chelsea 3-1 Arsenal | WSL |
| December 10, 2023 | Arsenal 4-1 Chelsea | WSL |
| May 21, 2023 | Chelsea 2-0 Arsenal | WSL |