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01-15 04:00

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Arsenal secured a dramatic 3-2 away victory over Chelsea in the first leg of their English Football League Cup semi-final on January 15, 2026. In a classic encounter at Stamford Bridge, the Gunners emerged with a narrow advantage after a match filled with attacking football. Chelsea took an early lead, but Arsenal responded with two quick goals to turn the game on its head before halftime. Chelsea equalized early in the second half to set up a grandstand finish. The winning goal came for Arsenal in the 75th minute from a defensive error, giving them a precious lead to defend at home. The match was played at a frenetic pace, with both teams committing numbers forward. The result makes Arsenal favorites to reach the final, but Chelsea's two away goals keep them firmly in the tie. Arsenal's manager hailed his team's mentality, while the Chelsea boss focused on the positives of the away goals. The starting XIs featured both teams' star attackers.