Is Chelsea vs Arsenal on TV? Channel and live stream for Carabao Cup clash

Chelsea vs Arsenal usually results in fireworks (Image: Getty Images)

One London club will be at Wembley for the Carabao Cup final, but whether it's Arsenal or Chelsea flying the flag for the capital in March is not yet known.

Both clubs have a chance to strike an early blow when Mikel Arteta's team make their way to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. The Carabao Cup is a trophy that has eluded Chelsea in recent times, with the Blues last tasting victory in the 2014/15 season.

For the Gunners, the dry spell is even more pronounced, having not lifted the trophy since 1993, and only once prior to that. This marks the second consecutive year that Arteta has guided his team to the semi-finals, and he'll be keen to break the club's near seven-year run without a trophy.

As we move into the second half of the season, they're battling on all fronts, though Chelsea are set to provide stiff competition over two legs. Here, we provide all the details you need to catch the first match.

When is Chelsea vs Arsenal?

The opening leg of Chelsea vs Arsenal is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14 at 8pm at Stamford Bridge. Both teams will be looking to secure an advantage ahead of the return fixture at the Emirates Stadium, pencilled in for February 3, also kicking off at 8pm.

Is Chelsea vs Arsenal on TV?

Those eager to watch Chelsea take on Arsenal will need to access Sky Sports, with the broadcaster showing the fixture across Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.

Customers on the move can watch via the Sky Go streaming service, whilst those without an existing subscription have the option to buy a flexible NOW TV package, priced at £14.99 for a day pass which grants 24-hour access to all 12 Sky Sports channels.

Arsenal drew 1-1 with Chelsea back in November (Image: Vince Mignott/MB Media/Getty Images)

Certain Carabao Cup fixtures have been made available on free-to-air television through ITV this campaign. The return leg at the Emirates will feature amongst those selections, though Newcastle and Manchester City's opening encounter on Tuesday was chosen for broadcast this week.

Speaking about the EFL Cup arrangement, ITV announced ahead of the season: "As part of the continued deal between Sky Sports and ITV, the broadcaster will give UK football fans the chance to watch free-to-air coverage of select Carabao Cup and EFL matches. A total of 20 matches will be broadcast by ITV in the 2025/26 season, made up of 10 Carabao Cup ties and 10 EFL selections."

Radio coverage of Chelsea vs Arsenal

Live radio commentary of the capital derby will be provided on BBC Radio 5 Live. Match coverage begins at 7pm, with pre-match discussion running for an hour ahead of kick-off.

Chelsea and Arsenal's last matches

Both clubs secured victories in their recent matches, ensuring their progression to the fourth round of the FA Cup following decisive away wins. Chelsea achieved a 5-1 victory against Charlton Athletic, while Arsenal triumphed with a 4-1 win at Portsmouth , thanks to Gabriel Martinelli's first hat-trick for the club.

The Blues' win, which signified Liam Rosenior's first match as head coach, was their first victory in all competitions since their 3-1 triumph over Cardiff City in the previous round of the Carabao Cup in December.