Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal should have been awarded a penalty for Ola Aina’s handball during their Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest.
Manchester United will be Arsenal’s next opponents in the Premier League as the Gunners look to return to winning ways as quickly as possible. It represents a challenging fixture at a crucial point in the season, particularly given Arsenal’s recent struggles for consistency and the renewed confidence within the United camp.
Bukayo Saka was left out of the starting lineup for Arsenal’s match against Nottingham Forest, a decision that surprised a section of the fan base. Noni Madueke was handed a starting role instead, while Saka was introduced in the second half and came close to scoring what would have been a decisive winner.
For the second league game in a row, Arsenal failed to score, with numerous players missing and a clear lack of composure evident in the second half. There was a sense that individuals overthought situations in the final third, leading to poor decision-making at key moments when calm execution was required.
One of the key reasons Arsenal were unable to secure victory against Nottingham Forest last night was a remarkable save from Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels.
Ola Aina was at the centre of controversy during Nottingham Forest’s Premier League clash with Arsenal after appearing to handle the ball inside the penalty area.
Steven Gerrard watched as Arsenal failed to capitalise on Manchester City’s Premier League defeat, dropping points in a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest this evening.
Noni Madueke has admitted his disappointment after Arsenal were held to a draw by Nottingham Forest this evening, acknowledging that the team failed to take all three points in a match they were determined to win.
Mikel Arteta has admitted that Nottingham Forest arrived with a clear tactical plan to frustrate Arsenal, and ultimately succeeded in doing so. The two sides played out a goalless draw in a Premier League fixture that many expected Arsenal to win, given the contrasting situations of the clubs this season.
Pat Nevin believes Arsenal were unfortunate not to defeat Nottingham Forest when the two sides met in the Premier League today. Mikel Arteta’s team approached the match with confidence and commitment, working hard throughout the contest in the belief that their efforts would be rewarded with a victory.
Martin Keown has insisted that Arsenal created enough opportunities to secure victory against Nottingham Forest when the two sides met in the Premier League this evening.
Arsenal travel to Nottingham Forest today, and this is the team announced by Mikel Arteta to start the game. While Arsenal arrives as the stronger side on paper, the pressure firmly rests on the visitors, who know that anything less than a win would be damaging at this stage of the season.
Mikel Arteta has been Arsenal manager since 2019 and has overseen a period of significant progress, establishing the club as one of the most consistent and competitive teams in Europe over the past five seasons.
Manchester City continues to apply pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race this season and firmly believes it can still catch and overtake the current leaders.
Arsenal’s reputation for developing young talent continues to shape its transfer strategy, and it is therefore no surprise that the club has been linked with a move for Red Star Belgrade youngster Vasilije Kostov.
With the minutes of Jesus and Havertz now being carefully managed to help them regain full match fitness, Viktor Gyokeres’s performance on Wednesday night felt particularly well timed.
Arsenal has faced mockery this season for what some rivals perceive as an overreliance on set pieces, yet the Gunners have shown no hesitation in using every available method to gain an advantage.
Arsenal has been linked with a potential move for Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the club reportedly keen to secure his signature ahead of rival interest.
Nottingham Forest have earned a reputation as a stubborn and difficult side to face, a trait closely associated with teams coached by Sean Dyche. His influence has become clear as he leads Forest in their battle against relegation, instilling resilience and organisation into a squad fighting to remain in the Premier League.
Riccardo Calafiori remains one of Arsenal’s notable injury absentees, with supporters keen to understand when the defender is likely to return to action.
Manchester City have beaten both Arsenal and Liverpool to the signing of Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace, forcing the Gunners to reassess their defensive transfer plans.
West Ham are reportedly exploring the possibility of doing business with Arsenal both during the current transfer window and in the summer, with two Gunners players emerging as potential targets.
Arsenal are preparing to offer Mikel Arteta a new contract running until 2029, according to journalist Nicolo Schira. When Arteta took charge in December 2019, Arsenal were in one of their most turbulent periods of the modern era, languishing in mid-table, lacking identity, and facing a fractured dressing room.
Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior was left fuming over Arsenal’s timewasting tactics from early in the first half. Chelsea suffered a hard-fought 3-2 defeat at Stamford Bridge in the first leg of the League Cup semi-final against Arsenal.