Sports 6 September 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Arsenal Stage Comeback to Defeat Chelsea and Maintain Perfect Start
Arsenal secured a thrilling comeback victory against Chelsea, extending their winning streak and drawing level with Manchester City at the top of the league table with a perfect nine points from their opening matches. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/arsenal-pass-chelsea-test-in-style-with-comeback-win-5586010
Arsenal demonstrated their title aspirations with a convincing 3-1 comeback win over London rivals Chelsea on Sunday.
Despite falling behind to a Cole Palmer goal in the first half, Mikel Arteta’s side rallied impressively after the break. William Saliba equalized shortly after halftime, before an own goal from Levi Colwill put Arsenal ahead. Bukayo Saka sealed the victory with a fine strike late in the game, capping off a dominant second-half performance.
The win ensures Arsenal maintain their flawless record this season, securing maximum points from their initial league fixtures. This result places them joint-top of the Premier League standings alongside defending champions Manchester City, both boasting a perfect nine points.
The performance highlighted Arsenal’s resilience and attacking prowess, overcoming a deficit against a strong Chelsea outfit. The victory provides a significant boost as they look to challenge for top honors this campaign.