Arsenal Maintain Perfect EPL Start With Narrow Chelsea Win

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Premier League defending Champions Arsenal’s determined 2–1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium extended their flawless start to the season and reinforced their title credentials.

Mikel Arteta’s side, already buoyed by back‑to‑back wins, showed resilience, precision and composure in a tense London derby that demanded clarity in big moments.

Chelsea struck first in spectacular fashion when Morgan Rogers rifled in a stunning volley just 77 seconds into the match, continuing his impressive run of two goal contributions in two games.

Arsenal responded through Riccardo Calafiori, but his leveler was ruled out after Ezri Konsa was adjudged offside in the buildup.

The Gunners kept pushing, and former Chelsea midfielder Kai Havertz delivered the equalizer with a composed low curler that beat Emiliano Martinez at full stretch.

The Emirates roared again five minutes into the second half when captain Martin Ødegaard produced a trademark finish, guiding the ball into the corner to complete Arsenal’s comeback.

Chelsea attempted to rally late on, but Pedro Neto’s curling shot hit the post.

Meanwhile, the win places Arsenal alongside Manchester City as the only teams with three victories from three matches, maintaining their perfect start and signaling their intent to retain the title.

Elsewhere, Everton’s dramatic 2–2 draw with Manchester United added further intrigue to the matchday.

Ainsley Maitland‑Niles scored a sensational 96th‑minute equalizer on his debut, cancelling out late pressure from United and preserving Everton’s unbeaten run.