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Europa League
Attendance: 51,370
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Europa League | Final
May 29, 2019 at 8pm UK
 
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Chelsea
4-1
Arsenal

Giroud (49'), Pedro (60'), Hazard (65' pen., 72')
FT(HT: 0-0)
Iwobi (69')

The Match

Gallery

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is aiming for his first title as a manager, while Arsenal will play Champions League football next season with victory.

Match Report

Eden Hazard scores twice in the second half as Chelsea blow away London rivals Arsenal with a 4-1 win in the Europa League final.

Live Commentary

Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Chelsea's 4-1 win over Arsenal, as the Blues produced an improved second-half display to claim more silverware.

Preview

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Europa League showdown between Chelsea and Arsenal in Baku, including team news and predicted lineups.

Head to Head
Jan 19, 2019 5.30pm
Gameweek 23
Arsenal
2-0
Chelsea
> Match Report
Aug 18, 2018 5.30pm
Gameweek 2
Chelsea
3-2
Arsenal
> Match Report
Aug 1, 2018 8.05pm
Pre-season Friendlies
Chelsea
1-1
Arsenal
 Arsenal win 6-5 on penalties
Rudiger (6')
Lacazette (93')
> Match Report
Jan 24, 2018 8pm
Semi-Finals
Arsenal
2-1
Chelsea
Rudiger (12' og.), Xhaka (60')
Wilshere (31'), Monreal (66')
Hazard (7')
Hazard (17'), Moses (62')
> Match Report
Jan 10, 2018 8pm
Semi-Finals
Chelsea
0-0
Arsenal
Kante (79')
Xhaka (51'), Elneny (87')
> Match Report
Build-up
Cesc Fabregas misses a penalty during the FA Cup third-round game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on January 5, 2019
Cesc Fabregas: 'Impossible to choose favourite from Chelsea, Arsenal'
The London rivals go head-to-head in Azerbaijan on Wednesday evening.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Sarri strop: Other managers to lose their cool
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri threw his baseball cap to the ground and kicked it during a Blues training session in Baku.
6 years ago
 Lucas Torreira shrugs during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Lucas Torreira looking to follow in footsteps of "idol" Diego Forlan
The 23-year-old Uruguayan has been a hit in his first season at the Emirates Stadium.
6 years ago
 Alexander Lacazette celebrates his goal against Newcastle United with Arsenal teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on April 4, 2019
Alexandre Lacazette: 'I always want to play with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang'
Koscielny returned from an Achilles injury in December.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri admits Europa League final result could determine his future
Sarri will lead Chelsea into Wednesday's second-tier European final against Arsenal with his Stamford Bridge future still in doubt.
6 years ago
 Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech pictured in January 2019
Petr Cech: 'Arsenal not under enough pressure'
Arsenal goalkeeper Cech is set for battle in Baku against his former club.
6 years ago
 Arsenal manager Unai Emery pictured on May 12, 2019
Maurizio Sarri, Unai Emery unhappy with Europa League final travel difficulties
The Premier League sides are separated by just six miles in London.
6 years ago
 Eden Hazard gives the thumbs-up on May 12, 2019
Maurizio Sarri: 'Eden Hazard could become best in the world'
The Chelsea forward is expected to make a £100million summer transfer to Real Madrid.
6 years ago
 Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante scores the opening goal in his side's EFL Cup semi-final second leg with Tottenham Hotspur on January 24, 2019
N'Golo Kante still a doubt for Europa League final
The Frenchman has a knee issue.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabs a quick equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Sokratis urges Arsenal to win Europa League final for Henrikh Mkhitaryan
Henrikh Mkhitaryan opted not to travel to Baku for personal reasons.
6 years ago
 Arsenal manager Unai Emery pictured on May 12, 2019
Europa League final: Five talking points ahead of Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Five issues in the spotlight.
6 years ago
 Chelsea's Ruben Loftus-Cheek scores against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League on May 9, 2019.
Europa League final: Chelsea's road to Baku
Who the Blues saw off to set up Baku showdown.
6 years ago
 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates after equalising for Arsenal in their Europa League semi-final against Valencia on May 9, 2019
Europa League final: Arsenal's road to Baku
Who the Gunners saw off to set up Baku showdown.
6 years ago
 Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette dribbles with the ball against Chelsea in the Premier League on January 19, 2019.
Arsenal, Chelsea fans go to great lengths to attend Europa League final
Many fans had to made tricky and expensive trips to Azerbaijan's capital.
6 years ago
 Arsenal manager Unai Emery pictured on May 12, 2019
Unai Emery: 'Petr Cech deserves my trust'
The Gunners are set to meet London rivals Chelsea in the Europa League final in Baku.
6 years ago
 Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka pictured in November 2018
Granit Xhaka: 'Arsenal eager to end time in Europa League'
Midfielder Granit Xhaka admits that he and his Arsenal teammates are eager to avoid a third successive season in the Europa League.
6 years ago
 Eden Hazard gives the thumbs-up on May 12, 2019
Eden Hazard hints Europa League final will be final game for Chelsea
The Belgium international has been linked with a move to Real Madrid.
6 years ago
 Alexander Lacazette celebrates his goal against Newcastle United with Arsenal teammate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on April 4, 2019
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from the squads of Chelsea and Arsenal ahead of Wednesday's Europa League final clash in Baku.
6 years ago
 Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante reacts after missing a chance during the EFL Cup final against Manchester City on February 24, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Arsenal in the Europa League final
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's Europa League final showdown with Arsenal in Baku.
6 years ago
 Mesut Ozil in action for Arsenal on May 9, 2019
How Arsenal could line up against Chelsea in the Europa League final
Sports Mole looks at how Arsenal could line up for Wednesday's Europa League final showdown with Chelsea in Baku.
6 years ago
 Chelsea's Maurizio Sarri on the touchline against Slavia Prague in the Europa League on April 11, 2019.
Frank Sinclair backs Maurizio Sarri for Chelsea stay
The Italian's future will be decided after Wednesday's final with Arsenal in Baku.
6 years ago
 Shkodran Mustafi in action for Arsenal during a Premier League match against Leicester City on April 28, 2019
Shkodran Mustafi confident of success in "very tight" Europa League final
The two Premier League sides will go head-to-head in Baku.
6 years ago
 N'Golo Kante in action for Chelsea on September 15, 2018
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante to miss Europa League final?
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante will reportedly miss the Europa League final with Arsenal due to a knee injury.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Wayne Bridge predicts "bad spell" for Chelsea
Chelsea face Arsenal in the Europa League final in Baku.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
David Luiz launches staunch defence of under-fire boss Maurizio Sarri
The defender has backed the Italian whose methods have come in for scrutiny.
6 years ago
 General view of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge taken April 2018
Chelsea accused of abandoning supporters for Europa League final
Blues fans believe Chelsea could have done much more to assist those wishing to try to travel to Baku.
6 years ago
 Alexandre Lacazette is pounced on by his teammates after equalising for Arsenal against Valencia in their Europa League semi-final on May 2, 2019
Europa League final: How did Arsenal make it to Baku?
A look back at the results which took the Gunners all the way to Baku.
6 years ago
 Pedro celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League on May 2, 2019.
Europa League final: How did Chelsea make it to Baku?
Maurizio Sarri's side face Arsenal in the final.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Arsenal on August 12, 2018
Europa League final: An in-depth look at Chelsea vs. Arsenal
The Premier League rivals meet in the Europa League final on May 29.
6 years ago
 Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette dribbles with the ball against Chelsea in the Premier League on January 19, 2019.
Europa League final: Chelsea vs. Arsenal history in pictures
The London rivals will meet in the Europa League final.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabs a quick equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Europa League final: Five major talking points ahead of Chelsea vs. Arsenal
It will be an all-English affair in Baku as Arsenal face Chelsea.
6 years ago
 Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette dribbles with the ball against Chelsea in the Premier League on January 19, 2019.
Europa League final: A look back at past all-English ties in the competition
The Europa League final is only the third time in the competition's 48-year history that two English clubs have faced each other.
6 years ago
 Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech pictured in January 2019
Petr Cech set for dream finale to glittering career
The Arsenal goalkeeper comes up against his former club Chelsea in his final game.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri: 'Sack me now if Europa League final determines Chelsea fate'
Sarri says he will meet with the Chelsea hierarchy after the clash with Arsenal.
6 years ago
 Curious Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri on April 18, 2019
Maurizio Sarri to discuss Chelsea future after Europa League final
The Italian has two years remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabs a quick equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Amnesty accuses Azerbaijan of hiding human rights abuse behind football
Baku is preparing to host the Europa League final between Arsenal and Chelsea.
6 years ago
 Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring during the Europa League group game between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal on October 25, 2018
Arsenal team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole rounds up Arsenal's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their Europa League final clash with Chelsea.
6 years ago
 Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during a pre-season friendly with Lyon in August 2018
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their Europa League final showdown with Arsenal.
6 years ago
 Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech claps supporters after his side's Premier League defeat to Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Petr Cech ignoring reports of Chelsea return ahead of Europa League final
The veteran goalkeeper has been linked with a move back to Stamford Bridge.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Arsenal on August 12, 2018
Arsenal to meet with UEFA over Henrikh Mkhitaryan absence in Europa League final
The Armenian's safety is a concern because of the dispute between his country and Azerbaijan.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan grabs a quick equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
Unai Emery: 'Henrikh Mkhitaryan absence is bad news for Arsenal'
Arsenal's Armenia international will not play in the Europa League final against Chelsea in Azerbaijan.
6 years ago
 Arsenal Managing Director Vinai Venkatesham pictured in January 2019
Arsenal "really disappointed" by Europa League final venue
UEFA has defended taking the final to Baku.
6 years ago
 Henrikh Mkhitaryan gets a second equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal on December 16, 2018
UEFA offers to "work" with Arsenal over Europa League issues
Supporters heading out from London face a round trip of 2,500 miles.
6 years ago
 Unai Emery in charge of Arsenal on March 14, 2019
Arsenal 'have only £40m to spend if they miss out on Champions League'
Arsenal manager Unai Emery's transfer budget will reportedly be determined by the result of this month's Europa League final clash with Chelsea.
6 years ago
 Cesar Azpilicueta reacts to a missed chance during the game between Fulham and Chelsea on March 3, 2019
Cesar Azpilicueta "pleased" to have friendly in US despite upcoming Europa League final
The Blues take on the MLS outfit in Boston on Wednesday night in a friendly for the club's 'Say No To Antisemitism' campaign.
6 years ago
 Eden Hazard gives the thumbs-up on May 12, 2019
Eden Hazard to join Real Madrid day after Europa League final?
A report claims that an £86m agreement is already in place between Chelsea and Real Madrid for Eden Hazard, with the move set to become official by the end of the month.
6 years ago
 Eden Hazard gives the thumbs-up on May 12, 2019
Eden Hazard: 'Chelsea are the best team in London'
Hazard is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer.
6 years ago
 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates after equalising for Arsenal in their Europa League semi-final against Valencia on May 9, 2019
UEFA: 'Irresponsible to give Arsenal, Chelsea more tickets'
Chelsea and Arsenal have been allocated 6,000 tickets each in Baku.
6 years ago
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Europa League final: A traveller's guide to Baku
The capital of Azerbaijan will host the Europa League final later this month.
6 years ago
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool29217169274270
2Arsenal291610353242958
3Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest29166749351454
4Chelsea29147853371649
5Manchester CityMan City29146955401548
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle2814594738947
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton29121164842647
8Fulham2912984338545
9Aston Villa2912984145-445
10Bournemouth29128948361244
11Brentford29125125045541
12Crystal Palace2810993633339
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd29107123740-337
14Tottenham HotspurSpurs291041555431234
15Everton2971393236-434
16West Ham UnitedWest Ham2997133349-1634
17Wolverhampton WanderersWolves2975174058-1826
18Ipswich TownIpswich2938182862-3417
19Leicester CityLeicester2945202565-4017
20Southampton2923242170-499
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