Arsenal
trailed early after Morgan Rogers volleyed in from a Reece James free kick, but
Kai Havertz equalized in the 25th minute with a solo curl following a team move
that involved every outfield player.
Martin Ødegaard scored the winner five minutes into the second half off a Havertz dummy, keeping Arsenal perfect after three games and level with Manchester City at the top.
Chelsea pushed late under new manager Xabi Alonso, hitting the post and forcing saves, while Reece James noted their need for more time to gel compared to Arsenal's long-standing cohesion. Debates swirled over VAR calls and a potential foul in Ødegaard's goal.