Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea: Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard secure comeback win for champions in pulsating London derby
- On Sunday, September 6, 2026, Premier League champions Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium, overturning an early deficit in a pulsating London derby.
- Morgan Rogers, who joined Chelsea for £117 million after rejecting Arsenal, scored after 77 seconds—the fastest goal conceded by the champions this season.
- Kai Havertz equalized midway through the first half before Martin Odegaard finished a flowing move in the 50th minute, exploiting Chelsea's defensive vulnerabilities.
- The result leaves Arsenal level with Manchester City on nine points atop the Premier League, while Chelsea's unbeaten start to the campaign ended.
- Arsenal extended their dominance by remaining unbeaten in nine consecutive league matches against Chelsea, a streak dating to August 2021 that underscores their recent control.
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[Sports Chosun Reporter Noh Joo-hwan] "It was a tremendous match." EPL defending champions Arsenal have overcome the first hurdle of the new season. They defeated London rivals Chelsea. Arsenal has achieved a superb three-game winning streak. On the 7th (Korean time), Arsenal staged a 2-1 comeback victory against Chelsea in their home match of the 2026-2027 Premier League Round 3, held at the Emirates Stadium in London, England. Having won three…
Arsenal defends this Premier League season his champion title and scored a good result in the London derby against Chelsea.
Arsenal deliver statement fightback to end Chelsea’s flying start
Morgan Rogers gave the visitors an early lead, but Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard secured a 2-1 comeback victory for the Gunners.
Arsenal skipper sinks Chelsea
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard finished a lovely movement for what proved to be the winner five minutes into the second half.
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