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Arsenal delivered a decisive statement in the Premier League title race by overturning an early deficit to defeat rivals Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium.
Morgan Rogers stunned the home crowd by volleying Chelsea ahead after just 77 seconds, scoring the first goal Arsenal have conceded this season.
However, Mikel Arteta’s side responded with maturity and composure, maintaining their perfect start to the campaign and ending Xabi Alonso’s unbeaten run as Chelsea manager.
Kai Havertz ignited the comeback in the 25th minute by drilling a low shot through Maxence Lacroix’s legs and past Emiliano Martinez at the near post.
Chelsea nearly reclaimed the lead before halftime when Pedro Neto struck the post, but Arsenal capitalised on Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities shortly after the restart.
Christos Tzolis sliced open the Blues’ backline with a sharp pass, allowing Havertz to dummy the ball for Martin Odegaard, who calmly slotted home the winning goal from ten yards.
The victory keeps second-placed Arsenal tied on points with leaders Manchester City as they pursue back-to-back league titles.
For Chelsea, the defeat exposed lingering defensive flaws that Alonso must address if his team hopes to sustain a title challenge.
Despite late pressure and a powerful effort from Estevao Willian, Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya preserved the lead to secure all three points for the Gunners.
