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Arsenal Hold Off Chelsea to Stay Perfect in the Premier League

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Martin Odegaard struck the decisive blow as Arsenal came from behind to defeat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, keeping their Premier League record spotless after three games.

Chelsea's shock opener

It was Chelsea who drew first blood, with Rogers' opener silencing the home crowd momentarily. Rather than deflating Arsenal, the goal ignited the hosts, who unleashed a relentless wave of pressure on Xabi Alonso's defence.

The equaliser eventually arrived through Kai Havertz, though an earlier Riccardo Calafiori goal had been ruled out before Havertz finally beat Emiliano Martinez — the Chelsea goalkeeper failing to guard his near post as the strike crept in.

Odegaard seals the win

Five minutes into the second half, Arsenal completed their turnaround in style. A clever dummy from Havertz created the opening, and Odegaard stepped forward to unleash a thunderous finish that gave Martinez no chance.

Chelsea threatened a late leveller when substitute Estevao Willian curled a shot towards goal in the dying moments, but David Raya produced a brilliant fingertip save to tip the ball over the bar and preserve the victory.

Chelsea's miserable Emirates record

Sunday's defeat extended Chelsea's unhappy run at the Emirates Stadium — their fifth consecutive league loss at the ground. It also marked the first defeat of Xabi Alonso's reign as Chelsea manager, a setback that will test the Spaniard's new project early.

Arsenal, alongside Manchester City, remain one of only two Premier League sides to boast a 100% record after three matches. Both clubs have made commanding starts to the campaign, and Arsenal's ability to grind out a win despite conceding first underlines the resilience that title challengers demand.

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