European football's early-season 2026-27 matchday results

Key developments

1. Sep 7, 2026

   Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 as Martin Ødegaard scores a 50th-minute winner, extending the champions' unbeaten start to nine points from three games.

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2. Sep 6, 2026

   Barcelona rout Valencia 5-0 as Lamine Yamal scores twice, moving top of La Liga with a perfect four-match start.

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3. Sep 6, 2026

   Manchester United squander two leads to draw 2-2 at Everton, leaving Michael Carrick's side five points from three league games having conceded in every match.

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Arsenal down Chelsea as Ødegaard's stunning scoring revival continues

Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 with Martin Ødegaard the 50th-minute winner, Havertz had earlier equalized and Calafiori contributed to the buildup as the champions showcased their attack despite transfer-window departures. The win keeps Arsenal/top form with nine points from three games, while Ødegaard has three goals this season and pundits like Ashley Young highlight the dangerous right-side link with Saka and Havertz as pivotal to their title bid.

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Yamal Brace Leads Barcelona Past Valencia 5-0

Lamine Yamal scored twice as Barcelona thrashed Valencia 5-0 to keep a 100% start in La Liga, with Fermín López, Raphinha and Pedri also scoring as Barca moved top and extended their impressive run to four wins. The result came alongside Real Madrid’s defeat and Valencia protests, while Arsenal and Manchester United also had notable results in their respective leagues.