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Arsenal defeats Chelsea 2-1 in Premier League match

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Arsenal defeats Chelsea 2-1 in Premier League match

Summary

Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates on September 6, 2026. Chelsea took an early lead when Morgan Rogers scored within two minutes, but Arsenal responded with goals from Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard to claim the points. The match featured intense competition and tactical maneuvers from managers Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso. Despite Chelsea's efforts, including a late save by Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya against substitute Estevao, the home side maintained their advantage. Following the match, Xabi Alonso expressed disappointment with the result and noted that his team struggled to regain control after conceding. The result marks the third game of the season for both clubs as the Premier League campaign continues.

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By the Numbers

•Morgan Rogers scored for Chelsea within the first two minutes of play.
•Kai Havertz equalized for Arsenal before Martin Odegaard provided the winning goal.
•The match finished with a 2-1 score in favor of Arsenal.
•David Raya made a crucial save against Chelsea substitute Estevao in the 89th minute.
•Xabi Alonso confirmed the loss and highlighted defensive challenges following the second goal.

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This is how champions are supposed to play, and although it has been two decades since the Arsenal home support saw a team defending their place at the apex of English league football, they knew it when they saw it.
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