John Terry, a former captain of Chelsea, has predicted that his former team can pull off an upset in their upcoming Premier League match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The match is considered a crucial test for Chelsea, who are currently the defending champions and have started the season strongly with wins against Coventry City and Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Arsenal has also been in good form, with recent victories over Fulham and Brighton. The game will be a significant moment for new Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, as it will gauge the team's title credentials early in the season. Terry, who played as a defender for Chelsea for many years, believes that his old team can exploit weaknesses in Arsenal's defense. He suggested that Chelsea should focus on attacking down the sides and using the counterattack effectively. Terry pointed out that players like Neto, Estevao, and Morgan Rogers are particularly strong in these areas. He also noted that Arsenal's defenders, Ben White and Calafiori, often move into central areas, which could create space for Chelsea's attackers to exploit. Despite Arsenal's strong record against Chelsea—having not lost any of their last nine league matches against them—Terry remains confident in his former team's ability to win. He emphasized the importance of the match atmosphere and the confidence of the players, noting that Chelsea's first two games of the season have been positive. Terry believes that the team's performance so far has shown they are capable of competing at the highest level. In his prediction, Terry expects a 2-1 victory for Chelsea, with goals coming from Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. His comments have added to the growing anticipation around the match, which is expected to be a tightly contested game with high stakes for both teams.