Arsenal pass Chelsea test in style with comeback win
Arsenal secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea, overcoming a quick Chelsea start to earn a crucial win in the Premier League title race. The match saw Chelsea score first, with Morgan Rogers volleying in just 77 seconds, but Arsenal responded emphatically with Kai Havertz equalising after 25 minutes. The decisive goal came from captain Martin Odegaard shortly after halftime, completing a flowing move that put Arsenal ahead.
Despite a late Estevao attempt for a Chelsea equaliser being thwarted by a superb save from David Raya, Arsenal emerged victorious. The win left both Arsenal and Chelsea level at the top of the table with nine points each after three games. However, Chelsea's winless streak against Arsenal extended to 12 matches in all competitions, while Arsenal's stability in the off-season has seen them swiftly establish their rhythm, culminating in their first title in 22 years.
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