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No new striker, no worries - Havertz and Odegaard torment Chelsea

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Arsenal put on a dominant attacking display against Chelsea, with Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard leading the line. The performance eased concerns about Arsenal's striker situation despite not signing a new forward. Havertz's movement and Odegaard's creativity caused constant problems for Chelsea's defense. The result highlighted Arsenal's tactical flexibility and the strength of their existing squad options in the final third.

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Arsenal's comfortable win over Chelsea provided a timely reminder that their squad depth can absorb the lack of a marquee striker signing. Havertz operating in a central role and Odegaard pulling the strings from midfield showed Mikel Arteta has multiple solutions in attack. For Chelsea, the defensive vulnerabilities exposed will raise further questions about their back line's ability to handle top-six opposition. The performance also adds an interesting subplot to Havertz's story, with the former Chelsea player making his mark against his old club.

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No new striker, no worries - Havertz and Odegaard torment Chelsea · Socc360