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Arsenal defeat Chelsea 2-1 to end unbeaten start in Premier League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 5:45 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Arsenal defeat Chelsea 2-1 to end unbeaten start in Premier League

Summary

Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, ending the visitors' unbeaten run. Morgan Rogers opened the scoring for Chelsea in the second minute, marking the first goal conceded by Arsenal this season. Kai Havertz equalized against his former club in the 25th minute before Martin Odegaard provided the decisive goal shortly after halftime. The win keeps Arsenal in second place, trailing league leaders Manchester City on goals scored. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso experienced his first defeat in three games across all competitions since joining the club this summer. The result highlights defensive vulnerabilities for Chelsea, who currently remain without a league title since 2017.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
•Morgan Rogers scored the opening goal for Chelsea in the second minute.
•Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard scored for Arsenal to secure the victory.
•Arsenal remains in second place, trailing Manchester City on goals scored.
•The match marks the first defeat for Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso.

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5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal deliver statement fightback to end Chelsea's flying start

What they're saying

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Arsenal delivered an emphatic response to Chelsea's emergence as potential Premier League title contenders with a 2-1 win that ended their rivals' unbeaten start on Sunday.But the champions showed why they are firm favourites to retain the title with a blistering response to that early setback.
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