Chelsea vs Arsenal, Raheem Sterling First London Derby Seals a Vital Win
Sterling's Impact
Raheem Sterling made an immediate impact in his first London derby for Chelsea, scoring the opening goal in a 2-0 victory over Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.
The England international, who joined the Blues from Manchester City in the summer, broke the deadlock in the 16th minute with a composed finish after being played through by Kai Havertz.
Sterling's goal set the tone for a dominant performance from Chelsea, who controlled possession and created several chances to extend their lead.
Arsenal's Struggles
Arsenal, who were without the suspended Gabriel Jesus, struggled to create clear-cut opportunities and were second best for much of the match.
The Gunners' best chance came in the second half when Eddie Nketiah fired wide from close range, but Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga was largely untroubled.
Arsenal's defeat leaves them fifth in the Premier League table, while Chelsea move up to second, one point behind leaders Manchester City.
The North London Derby
The match was the first of two London derbies this weekend, with Tottenham Hotspur hosting Manchester United on Saturday.
The North London derby is one of the most fiercely contested fixtures in English football, with both Arsenal and Tottenham having a strong following in the capital.
The reverse fixture at the Emirates Stadium will take place on May 6, 2023.
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