The English Premier League continues quickly after this weekend's battles. We have a new batch of games scheduled for this midweek, and the biggest among them is the London Derby between Chelsea and Arsenal. If you remember, this matchup was on the first day of the New Year, and Chelsea won it on the road. … Read More... about London Derby: Chelsea vs. Arsenal Preview, Odds and Prediction
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The English Premier League continues quickly after this weekend's battles. We have a new batch of games scheduled for this midweek, and the biggest among them is the London Derby between Chelsea and Arsenal. If you remember, this matchup was on the first day of the New Year, and Chelsea won it on the road. … Read More... about London Derby: Chelsea vs. Arsenal Preview, Odds and Prediction
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