Both clubs earned wins in their latest matches to earn safe passage to the fourth round of the FA Cup courtesy of comprehensive away wins. Chelsea claimed a 5-1 away to Charlton Athletic while Arsenal came up trumps on the south coast with a 4-1 triumph at Portsmouth, courtesy of Gabriel Martinelli's first hat-trick for the club.

Mikel Arteta insisted that Viktor Gyokeres is not appreciated enough after he helped Arsenal to a Carabao Cup win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Gyokeres' performances since his £64million summer move have come under intense scrutiny, with the striker often struggling to make an impact in front of goal.

Arsenal takes on Portsmouth in the FA Cup for the first time since the two clubs met in the same competition in 2020. That year, the Gunners went on to win the trophy, which remains the only silverware they have claimed at the end of a season since Mikel Arteta became their manager.

Arsenal star William Saliba has made a telling admission regarding a £60million transfer after the Gunners' Carabao Cup semi-final first leg victory over Chelsea

Chelsea fans have lost hope ahead of the Carabao Cup semifinal first leg against Arsenal. The Blues are without Reece James and Cole Palmer, while Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens and Malo Gusto are also out.

Previewing the Chelsea vs. Arsenal Carabao Cup match that kicks off Wednesday, January 14. Get Premier League updates and news with on DAZN News

Watch the full match of our 0-0 draw at home to Manchester United in the Barclays Women's Super League on Saturday afternoon