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Are Arsenal already out of the title race? Ruthless Chelsea expose familiar flaws as Renee Slegers feels the heat after 1-0 derby defeat, writes TARA ANSON-WALSH

TARA ANSON-WALSH AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Alyssa Thompson's first-half strike secured victory for Chelsea in a fierce London derby, as Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season came to an end.

By TARA ANSON-WALSH · Daily Mail

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 7:12 PM

Key Things to Know

Chelsea defeated Arsenal 1-0 following a first-half goal from Alyssa Thompson.
The defeat ended Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season and left them seventh in the table.
Arsenal trail league leaders Manchester City by seven points.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Alyssa Thompson scored a first-half winner as Chelsea defeated Arsenal 1-0 in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on September 27, 2026. The result ended Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season and placed them seventh in the league standings, seven points behind leaders Manchester City.

Renee Slegers' Arsenal side saw Kim Little and Mariona Caldentey strike the woodwork early, but they failed to convert their chances against Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton. Former Arsenal player Katie McCabe featured against her previous club as Sonia Bompastor's Chelsea side held on for the clean sheet and victory.

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