Arsenal passed their first major test of the season with a 2–1 comeback victory over Chelsea at the Emirates on 6 September. Mikel Arteta's side recovered after conceding only 77 seconds into the match.\n\nMorgan Rogers put Chelsea ahead, but Kai Havertz equalised in the 25th minute. Early in the second half, Martin Ødegaard scored the goal that secured all three points.\n\nChelsea had chances to change the result: Pedro Neto hit the post before the interval and David Raya made a decisive late save. The win keeps Arsenal perfect after three rounds and level on points with Manchester City.\n\nThe result extends Arsenal's unbeaten run against Chelsea to 12 matches in all competitions.\n\nSTATUS: OFFICIAL — the 2–1 result and goalscorers are confirmed.\n\nSOURCES: Premier League, 6 September 2026 — https://www.premierleague.com/en/match/2645215/arsenal-vs-chelsea · Reuters, 6 September 2026 — https://www.reuters.com/sports/soccer/arsenal-pass-chelsea-test-style-with-comeback-win-2026-09-06/