Arsenal 2 Chelsea 1Pundits writing off this season as dull might want to reassess their criticism. Bar a brilliant injury-time save from Arsenal keeper David Raya it could have been a draw or Chelsea win. Arsenal had taken a 21st-minute lead when William Saliba headed in from a Gabriel headed pass from a Bukayo Saka corner. A pretty trademark Arsenal set piece and one Chelsea were not robust enough to repel. Arsenal: Raya 8, Timber 6, Saliba 7, Gabriel 7, Hincapie 6, Zubimendi 6, Rice 6 (Norgaard 76), Saka 6, Eze 6, Trossard 5 (Martinelli 55), Gyokeres 6.

Source: Irish Examiner March 01, 2026 18:59 UTC