Match ReportFootball.LondonUnverified source· 6 Sept 2026
Calafiori Goal Ruled Out as VAR Intervenes in Arsenal-Chelsea Clash
A dramatic first-half equalizer was wiped out by VAR, leaving Arsenal frustrated at the Emirates.
Arsenal— – —
NS · Premier League
ChelseaCompetition
Premier League
Score
Chelsea 1-0 Arsenal (at time of incident)
Venue
Emirates Stadium
Key incident
Calafiori's goal disallowed for offside
What happened. Riccardo Calafiori thought he had equalized for Arsenal against Chelsea, but VAR ruled the goal out for offside after a review.
- Morgan Rogers had put Chelsea ahead before the disallowed goal.
- Gabriel Magalhaes and Ezri Konsa were involved in the build-up.
- VAR officials reviewed footage at Stockley Park before the decision.
The decision could prove pivotal in the title race as Arsenal chase points at home.
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