Hello and welcome to LIVE coverage of the mouthwatering Premier League clash between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. It's first against third and a make or break clash for the Gunners who know they must win to have a realistic chance of overhauling the Blues at the top come May. A defeat for Arsene Wenger's men will see them fall 12 points behind, while victory would cut the gap to six points and re-ignite belief within the chasing pack. It's THE match of the weekend in England and all gets underway from 12.30pm GMT.
Premier League / Matchday 24
Stamford Bridge / 04.02.2017
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Updated 04/02/2017 at 14:23 GMT
52'
A neat spell of possession ends with Hazard checking back onto his right foot and curving a 25 yarder over the top.
51'
Chelsea enjoying more of the ball at the start of this half. They need that second goal.
50'
Superb challenge!
49'
Good to see Bellerin is OK and watching the second period from the Gunners bench.
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47'
Just the six years since Chelsea lost at home after leading at HT in the PL.
46'
KICK OFF! Arsenal restart the contest. They need a response if they are to keep their title hopes alive.
End of 1st Half
45+5'
HT: Chelsea 1- 0 Arsenal. Alonso's follow up header separates the sides after Costa had hit the bar. The Blues looked the more dangerous for long spells but Arsenal ended the half well with Gabriel heading a big opportunity straight at Courtois.
45+4'
Half time talking point.
45+3'
Signs that the Gunners may well make a real game of this in the second period.
45+2'
Arsenal won't let Chelsea out of their own half. Ozil is left free on the right of the area. He cuts inside but fires in a low shot that is easy for Courtois.
45+1'
Can Arsenal sneak level and make Wenger's long walk to the dressing room a bit more enjoyable?
45'
Four minutes added.
44'
When Hazard gets on the ball Chelsea move up a couple of gears. He's been a huge figure for them this term after going AWOL last year.
43'
Another big chance for Chelsea to go one on one with Cech. Pedro sees Costa free but can't put the striker through. Frustration for the Blues' front trio.
42'
PHOTO: Marcos' moment.
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41'
Interesting stat.
40'
A much better spell for Arsenal. It had looked like a matter of time until Chelsea added the second but this may reignite the visitors' belief.
39'
Gabriel had a free header there. If he'd directed it either side of Courtois it'd be all square.