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Arsenal’s first game of the season at home to Nottingham Forest was postponed by half an hour due to a turnstile issue affecting fans trying to get into the ground.
Mikel Arteta’s side wouold have wanted to get their Premier League campaign off to a good start against Nottingham Forest, who finished four points above the relegation places in the 2022-23 season.
Arsenal have made a few key additions ahead of the start to the season, including signing Declan Rice from West Ham for a reported £105 million. While Forest, who signed 22 players after securing promotion to the top flight, have only added Ola Aina and Anthony Elanga to bolster their side for the 2023-24 season.
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Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
Forest, who can draw positives from the way they finished the game, will look to bounce back against Sheffield United next Friday. Meanwhile, Arsenal will aim to make it two wins from two against Crystal Palace three days later.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
Arsenal make a winning start to the 2023-24 Premier League season, but only just. The Gunners dominated most of the contest and established a well-deserved 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Eddie Nketiah and Bukayo Saka. But substitute Taiwo Awoniyi struck eight minutes from time to give Nottingham Forest hope and ensure a nervy finish. It was just too late, though, as the hosts held on for maximum points.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
Arsenal counter in the dying moments and almost score a third. Saka lays the ball off for Odegaard, who curls a shot narrowly wide of the far post.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
Just 60 seconds of stoppage time remain at the Emirates. Arsenal are nearly there...
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
We have just passed the midway point in stoppage time, with seven minutes added by the referee. Forest are still seeking the equaliser, but Arsenal look like they will hold on.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
Arsenal look to kill the game off with Havertz looking to get in behind. But Aurier makes up vital ground to make the intervention.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
The atmosphere is becoming increasingly tense around the Emirates. Arsenal appeared well in control and on course for a comfortable three points. But we are now set for a dramatic finish.
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