Arsenal come from behind to beat Chelsea 2–1 in London derby
Ødegaard’s 50th‑minute goal secured a 2–1 comeback as Arsenal extended their Premier League winning run.
Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2–1 in the London derby on September 6, 2026, extending their winning run in the Premier League.
Chelsea took an early lead when Morgan Rogers scored in the 2nd minute, but Arsenal quickly seized control of the match.
Champions turned the game around
Kai Havertz levelled for Arsenal with a precise strike from the edge of the box in the 25th minute. The decisive moment arrived five minutes after the interval: Martin Ødegaard finished a well-worked Arsenal move to make it 2–1 in the 50th minute.
After taking the lead, the hosts managed the game intelligently, denying Chelsea clear chances and keeping the visitors from finding an equaliser.
The victory was a statement from Arsenal that they remain serious contenders to defend their title, consolidating momentum early in the season.
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