🎉 BIG NIGHT AT THE GEORGE – CARABAO CUP SEMI FINAL: CHELSEA vs ARSENAL 🎉

Get ready, Gunners fans and football lovers! This Wednesday, Stamford Bridge lights up as Chelsea and Arsenal clash in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final in what promises to be a thrilling midweek showdown. The Carabao Cup semi-final first legs kick off in the week of 14 January 2026, with this London derby scheduled for 8pm under the floodlights.  

📍 Where to be before and after the match? The George – proudly known as the best pub in Islington, the best Arsenal pub in London, and THE place for every Gunner to gather! Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, we promise the closest pub to the Emirates with the loudest support and electric atmosphere.

🍺 Raise a glass of Gunners Lager or savour the best Guinness of North London with friends as you soak up every minute of this massive tie. With the best beer selection in town, there’s no better spot to watch Arsenal take on Chelsea in a compelling cup battle.

📊 Match analysis and context:

Arsenal booked their semi-final place with a dramatic penalty shootout win over Crystal Palace, proving their grit to reach the last four of the League Cup.   Chelsea, under new boss Liam Rosenior, come in with renewed confidence after a convincing 5-1 win in the FA Cup, signalling their intent to upset the Gunners.  

Expect a tactical chess match as Arsenal’s sharp attacking momentum meets Chelsea’s revitalised approach. This first leg at Stamford Bridge sets the tone for what could be a mouth-watering second leg at the Emirates in early February.