Arsenal v Chelsea: Women’s Super League – live

This game could earn a place in history before it begins, with Arsenal set to break their own WSL attendance record at a close-to-sold-out Emirates. This fixture is a fitting occasion for a record crowd, given both of these loval rivals’ star-studded squads and crowded trophy cabinets.

What happens on the pitch ought to be memorable, too. Arsenal began the season with dropped points and a big injury list, but have rallied to sit just three points behind Chelsea. The champions have experienced turmoil of their own, but even Emma Hayes’ upcoming departure has not shaken her team’s imperious form, with seven wins and one draw so far.

These two London rivals look the most likely to stay the course in an open title race, with plenty of excitement despite the stop-start calendar. Resuming after another international break, both teams will play just one further league game before the WSL’s month-long winter break.

That means today’s result is likely to have a lingering impact on the title race. Chelsea are seeking a win to shut down their rivals’ growing momentum; Arsenal are aiming to expose fragility within the league leaders. It’s a big game, on and off the field. Kick-off is at 12.30pm, GMT.