Arsenal passed a major test of their Premier League title credentials on 1 March 2026, defeating 10-man Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium in a match that will be remembered for its extraordinary set-piece battle between two sides who each scored from corners in what became one of the 2025-26 Premier League‘s most technically fascinating and broadly discussed individual top-flight fixtures. William Saliba put Arsenal ahead in the 21st minute from Bukayo Saka’s corner before Piero Hincapie’s own goal from Reece James’s deadly delivery drew Chelsea level in first-half stoppage time. Arsenal’s response came in the 66th minute when Jurrien Timber headed home from Declan Rice’s inswinging corner — and the game changed moments later as Pedro Neto was shown a red card following a VAR review for violent conduct, reducing Chelsea to ten men and allowing Arsenal to control the final stages to secure a vital three points in the Premier League title race.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Arsenal vs Chelsea on 1 March 2026?
The final score was Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium.
Who scored for Arsenal against Chelsea?
William Saliba (21′) and Jurrien Timber (66′) scored for Arsenal, both from corners. Piero Hincapie scored an own goal (45+’) to level for Chelsea.
Who was sent off in Arsenal vs Chelsea on 1 March 2026?
Pedro Neto of Chelsea was shown a red card following a VAR review for violent conduct, reducing Chelsea to ten men and contributing to Arsenal’s ability to secure all three Premier League points in one of the season’s most technically fascinating individual fixtures which had a significant bearing on the title race outcome.