Arsenal came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in an entertaining Premier League London derby at Emirates Stadium.
Chelsea made the perfect start when Morgan Rogers put the visitors ahead after just 77 seconds, giving Arsenal an early setback on home soil.
The hosts responded before half-time, with Kai Havertz restoring parity in the 25th minute to bring Arsenal back into the contest.
Arsenal completed the turnaround five minutes after the break when captain Martin Ødegaard found the net to put Mikel Arteta’s side in front.
Chelsea pushed for an equaliser as the match entered its closing stages, but Arsenal held firm to secure an important victory.
The win keeps Arsenal’s perfect start to the Premier League season intact, while Chelsea will have to settle for defeat despite their impressive opening to the match.
