At 23:30 Beijing time on September 6, the Premier League's third round will feature a London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea. Arteta will meet his childhood friend Alonso, who will also become the seventh Chelsea manager he has faced.

Since taking charge of Arsenal at the end of 2019, Arteta has become the longest-serving manager in the Premier League and has faced six Chelsea managers in succession.
Against Lampard, Arteta recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss;
Against Tuchel, Arteta recorded 2 wins and 1 loss;
Against Potter, Arteta recorded 1 win;
Against Pochettino, Arteta recorded 1 win and 1 draw;
Against Maresca, Arteta recorded 1 win and 2 draws;
Against Rosenior, Arteta won all three matches.