Arsenal overcame an early deficit to beat Chelsea 2-1 on Sunday, joining Manchester City as the only teams to win their first three Premier League matches.
Key facts
- •Arsenal and Manchester City are the only two teams to have won their first three Premier League games this season.
- •Martin Ødegaard has scored three goals in his first four appearances of the campaign.
- •Chelsea has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 19 league matches.
- •Xabi Alonso suffered his first defeat as Chelsea manager following the 2-1 loss at the Emirates.
- •Moisés Caicedo missed the match for Chelsea due to injury, with his availability for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie against Leeds uncertain.
Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday after fighting back from an early goal by Morgan Rogers. Kai Havertz equalized for the hosts before Martin Ødegaard scored the winner, moving Arsenal level on points with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table. The result marks the first defeat for Chelsea under manager Xabi Alonso.
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Arteta Praises Team Performance
Manager Mikel Arteta described the win as an exceptional performance, noting that his team responded to the early setback with determination and quality. Arteta highlighted the play of captain Martin Ødegaard, who has recorded three goals in four games, and Kai Havertz, noting that both players appear fit and confident. Arteta stated that the team is capable of performing at a higher level than last season and emphasized the need to maintain their current ambition.
Chelsea Reflects on Defensive Issues
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso acknowledged that his team’s defensive shortcomings, including conceding seven goals in their first three league games, must be addressed. Despite the loss, Alonso stated that his team aimed to be proactive and competitive rather than sitting deep. The club is currently managing the fitness of midfielder Moisés Caicedo, who missed the match due to injury and remains a doubt for the upcoming Carabao Cup tie against Leeds.
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