BREAKING NEWS: PGMOL has issued an official statement confirming that Jurrien Timber’s disallowed goal should have been onside. VAR made another mistake, but the error has now been corrected. As a result, Arsenal moves up to third place on goal difference – Congratulations to Arsenal fans!

Arsenal 1-0 Nottingham Forest

Arsenal secured a narrow lead over Nottingham Forest with an impressive display of dominance and attacking flair. Jurrien Timber, deployed at his preferred right-back position after covering at left-back due to Riccardo Calafiori’s injuries, has been a standout performer.

Demonstrating his versatility and attacking instincts, Timber made several penetrative runs into the Forest penalty area and drew crucial fouls under pressure.

The hosts looked especially threatening in the 27th minute with a well-crafted attack initiated by Martin Ødegaard. Operating as the orchestrator, Ødegaard linked up with Bukayo Saka on the right. Saka’s pass found Gabriel Jesus, who skillfully flicked the ball into Timber’s path. However, his effort was blocked by Nikola Milenković, showcasing Forest’s resilience in defense.

Earlier, in the 25th minute, Saka demonstrated his brilliance by effortlessly outpacing Alex Moreno. Saka surged forward, reached the byline, and delivered a precise square ball to Ødegaard.

The captain’s first-time shot with his weaker right foot seemed destined for the net before being denied by Milenković once again.

Despite being on the back foot, Nottingham Forest displayed moments of individual brilliance. Taiwo Awoniyi showcased his strength in the 23rd minute, fending off four Arsenal defenders to maintain possession. Though he stumbled, he managed to recover, exemplifying his physicality and determination.

Forest also attempted to raise the intensity with a rare spell of pressure. A quick one-two between Calafiori and Merino nearly caught Arsenal off guard, but Leandro Trossard’s switch to William Saliba helped the Gunners regain control. Callum Hudson-Odoi considered pressing but ultimately dropped deeper, allowing Arsenal to escape unscathed.

Bukayo Saka, whose fitness was initially in doubt, proved indispensable for Arsenal. In the opening 20 minutes, the young winger tormented Forest’s defense with his pace, skill, and creativity. His relentless energy posed constant problems for the visitors, further emphasizing his pivotal role in Arsenal’s attack.

While Nottingham Forest struggled to assert themselves, Arsenal’s movement and fluidity kept them in command. Jorginho, however, received a yellow card for a tactical foul on Anthony Elanga during a rare Forest counterattack.

Arsenal’s dominance in possession and attacking prowess suggest they are in control, but Forest’s sporadic moments of strength and defensive grit leave the match finely balanced.

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