As excitement builds ahead of today’s Premier League showdown between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge, Nollywood icon and die-hard Arsenal supporter, Chinedu Ikedieze, has shared his honest assessment of the clash in an exclusive chat with BestLagos.
Ikedieze, known globally for his legendary roles in Nollywood cinema, made it clear that while he respects Chelsea’s quality, he remains firmly optimistic about Arsenal’s chances.
Responding to a question on how confident he feels going into the match, he offered a balanced yet hopeful perspective.
“Honestly, I am not taking the Chelsea team for granted. They have a few players that are very good,” he said. “Regardless, I have full confidence that Arsenal will get a point. It’s a win or at least a draw at Stamford Bridge today.”
His sentiments reflect the mood of many Arsenal fans who acknowledge Chelsea’s resurgence but believe Mikel Arteta’s side have the momentum, structure, and quality to get a favourable result on the road.
Ikedieze’s confidence stems from Arsenal’s strong performances in recent weeks and the team’s improved resilience in big-game situations. With both London giants set to lock horns in what promises to be a high-energy, emotionally charged encounter, the veteran actor’s prediction adds an extra layer of excitement to the derby.
As kickoff draws closer, supporters of both clubs will be watching keenly to see whether the Gunners can back up Ikedieze’s belief and leave Stamford Bridge with at least a point or all three.
