Arsenal recovers to defeat Chelsea 2-1 at Emirates Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Arsenal overcame an early deficit to secure a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium. Morgan Rogers gave the visiting side an advantage within two minutes of kickoff, but Kai Havertz leveled the score in the 25th minute. Martin Odegaard secured the lead for the home side five minutes into the second half. Arsenal controlled the pace of the match, finishing with 55 percent possession and generating four significant scoring opportunities. Goalkeeper David Raya recorded four saves, while Chelsea counterpart was forced to make eight stops throughout the match. This win marks the sixth consecutive home victory for Arsenal against Chelsea.
- •Morgan Rogers scored for Chelsea in the second minute.
- •Kai Havertz equalized for Arsenal in the 25th minute.
- •Martin Odegaard scored the winning goal in the 50th minute.
- •Arsenal registered 16 shots, including nine on target.
- •Ezri Konsa made his home debut for Arsenal.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Odegaard and Konsa react to ‘brilliant’ win over Chelsea
"Martin Odegaard and Ezri Konsa reacted after Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1, with the Gunners creating all four big chances.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMartin Odegaard and Ez...
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