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Arsenal beats Chelsea 2-1 with Havertz’s decisive impact

9/7/2026

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Arsenal Beats Chelsea

Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1, securing a second-half winning goal.
Kai Havertz equalized and helped create the decisive goal after Morgan Rogers opened scoring.
Manager Mikel Arteta called the performance exceptional, citing conviction, determination, quality, composure and aggression.
Defender Cristhian Mosquera suffered a muscular issue, which Arteta expects to be minor.

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Injured Players

Moisés Caicedo will undergo a late fitness test before Sunday’s derby after a brief cameo.
Jordan Henderson is out with a freak arm injury sustained while celebrating England’s World Cup win.
William Saliba remains sidelined by a back injury with no announced return date.
Jurriën Timber trains despite a groin issue and could return before the first international break.

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Arsenal Beats Chelsea

Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1, securing a second-half winning goal.
Kai Havertz equalized and helped create the decisive goal after Morgan Rogers opened scoring.
Manager Mikel Arteta called the performance exceptional, citing conviction, determination, quality, composure and aggression.
Defender Cristhian Mosquera suffered a muscular issue, which Arteta expects to be minor.

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