The Premier League clash between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest brought plenty of intensity in the opening 45 minutes, with the Gunners holding a narrow lead at the break thanks to a well-taken goal from Martín Zubimendi.
The Spanish midfielder, making his mark in North London, showed his class with a clinical volley that left the Forest goalkeeper rooted to the spot. The strike not only gave Arsenal the advantage but also highlighted Zubimendi’s growing influence in the squad since his arrival.
Arsenal began the first half with confidence, dominating possession and pushing Forest deep into their own half. The fluid passing between the midfield and forward line created several half-chances before Zubimendi finally broke the deadlock.
Nottingham Forest, however, were not without threat. On the counter, they looked dangerous through quick transitions, forcing Arsenal’s backline to stay alert. The hosts came close to equalising when a header from a corner narrowly missed the target, reminding the visitors that the game is far from settled.
Manager Mikel Arteta will be pleased with his side’s composure, but he will also know the importance of maintaining intensity in the second half. Arsenal’s lead is slim, and Forest have shown enough attacking intent to cause problems after the restart.
With the Premier League table so competitive, every point matters, and Arsenal’s ability to see out the result will be crucial in keeping their momentum alive. All eyes are now on how the second half unfolds, with both sides looking to make a decisi
ve impact.
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