Here is a look at the xG (expected goals) stats for Arsenal vs Chelsea on August 22, 2021. The Blues won this game 2-0, with goals from Romelu Lukaku and Reece James. As seen on xG and the post match stats, a fairly comfortable win for Thomas Tuchel’s men, and big work to do for Mikel Arteta.
xG Arsenal 0.69-3.18 Chelsea (Actual score AFC 0-2 CFC)
0-1 Lukaku first goal xG 0.67
0-2 James goal xG 0.25
Not too many chances for the Gunners, but there was a controversial incident for a potential penalty involving Reece James and Saka, but VAR didn’t rule in the home side’s favour.
Full time post match stats Arsenal vs Chelsea 0-2 for comparison
