Arsenal 1-1 Chelsea Live Score, Premier League: Havertz Punishes Former Club As Gunners Equalise

The London derby has settled into a more measured rhythm after a frantic opening spell. Arsenal continue to enjoy the greater control and possession, but Chelsea have done well to steady themselves.

The Gunners were slicing through the Blues with alarming ease earlier, but Chelsea’s defensive shape has improved considerably. With the scores level, the visitors will feel they have weathered the storm, for now.

Arsenal, meanwhile, remain the more threatening side as they look for a way through again.

Kai Havertz has his moment against his former club! Arsenal work the ball through Rice, and Havertz cuts inside before unleashing a precise left-footed strike that beats Martinez at the near post.

No controversy this time, the equaliser stands! Arsenal are level in the London derby, and the Emirates erupts!

Oh, the drama at the Emirates!

Arsenal thought they had found a way back into the game, but the effort is ruled out after Ezri Konsa is adjudged offside when he reacts to the rebound from Gabriel’s shot.

It’s a frustrating moment for the Gunners, with the decision leaving the home crowd furious. The call appears to be the correct one, though, and Chelsea remain in front.

What a start to the London derby! Chelsea strike after just 77 seconds, with Rogers producing a superb finish into the bottom corner after Arsenal fail to clear their lines.

The visitors have stunned the Emirates and have the perfect start!

Cole Palmer gets the game underway at the Emirates! Chelsea kick things off as the London derby officially begins.

Good evening, everyone. We are building up to the start of the matchday 3 fixture between The Gunners and The Blues. Watch this space for live updates!