Arsenal come from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1

Arsenal came from behind to defeat Chelsea 2-1 in a thrilling Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The victory extended Arsenal's perfect start to the 2026-27 season, securing their third win in as many matches and keeping them level on points with Manchester City at the top of the league table. Chelsea drew first blood, with Morgan Rogers finding the net just two minutes into the match. Rogers reacted quickest after a Chelsea set-piece caused confusion in the Arsenal penalty area, firing a volley past goalkeeper David Raya. The goal marked the first time Arsenal had conceded in the new league campaign. Arsenal responded and found their equalizer in the 25th minute through Kai Havertz, who was facing his former club. Havertz received the ball near the flank, moved infield through Chelsea's defense, and sent a low shot between the legs of Maxence Lacroix to beat goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez at his near post. The Gunners completed their comeback five minutes into the second half. A well-worked team move saw Christos Tzolis deliver a pass into the box, which Havertz cleverly dummied, allowing the ball to reach captain Martin Ødegaard.