Date: Saturday, 23 November 2024
Kick Off: 20:30
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
Attendance: 60,298
Referee: Simon Hooper
Arsenal F.C. welcomed Nottingham Forest to the Emirates Stadium for a Premier League encounter on Saturday, 23 November 2024. With Arsenal in impressive form, the team sought to extend their lead in the league, while Nottingham Forest were looking to bounce back after a series of disappointing results. Both teams lined up with the aim of securing crucial points as the season progressed.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Head-to-Head
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest: Recent Meetings
- 23 Nov 2024: Arsenal 3-0 Nottingham Forest
- 30 Jan 2024: Nottingham Forest 1-2 Arsenal
- 12 Aug 2023: Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest
- 20 May 2023: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Arsenal
- 30 Oct 2022: Arsenal 5-0 Nottingham Forest
Arsenal had dominated recent meetings with 10 wins in the last 15 encounters, with Forest winning just twice. Arsenal had also won all four of their most recent home matches against Forest.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Lineups
Arsenal (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: David Raya
- Defenders: William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Jurriën Timber (sub 67’), Riccardo Calafiori (sub 88’)
- Midfielders: Martin Ødegaard (sub 82’), Jorginho, Mikel Merino
- Forwards: Bukayo Saka (goal 15’, yellow card 83’), Gabriel Jesus (yellow card 31’), Leandro Trossard
- Substitutes: Neto, Jakub Kiwior, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Thomas Partey (goal 52’), Kai Havertz, Declan Rice, Ethan Nwaneri (goal 86’), Raheem Sterling (assist 86’), Gabriel Martinelli
Nottingham Forest (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Matz Sels
- Defenders: Murillo, Álex Moreno, Nikola Milenkovic, Ola Aina (yellow card 45’)
- Midfielders: Callum Hudson-Odoi, Nicolás Domínguez, James Ward-Prowse, Anthony Elanga (sub 45’), Ryan Yates
- Forwards: Taiwo Awoniyi (sub 63’), Jota Silva (sub 45’)
- Substitutes: Carlos Miguel, Morato, Neco Williams (sub 73’), Harry Toffolo, Willy-Arnaud Boly, Chris Wood (sub 63’), Eric da Silva Moreira, Ramón Sosa (sub 63’)
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Half-Time Analysis
The first half was a controlled performance from Arsenal, who took the lead through Bukayo Saka‘s goal in the 15th minute. Martin Ødegaard provided the assist, cutting a perfect ball into the box for Saka to finish calmly past Matz Sels. Despite several promising chances, including an attempt by Gabriel Jesus that was blocked and some strong attacks from Leandro Trossard, Arsenal couldn’t add to their tally.
On the other side, Nottingham Forest struggled to break through Arsenal’s defensive lines. They had limited possession and few chances to challenge Arsenal’s goalkeeper, David Raya. Forest’s best opportunity came through a few set-piece deliveries from James Ward-Prowse, but none were converted. The half ended with Arsenal leading 1-0.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Second Half: Arsenal Seals the Victory
The second half began with Arsenal asserting themselves, and they doubled their lead in the 52nd minute. Bukayo Saka delivered a fantastic assist to Thomas Partey, who curled a beautiful right-footed shot from outside the box into the bottom-left corner. Arsenal now had a two-goal cushion.
As the match progressed, Arsenal continued to dominate possession, with Leandro Trossard and Mikel Merino testing the Forest defense. In the 82nd minute, Ethan Nwaneri was introduced, replacing Ødegaard, and made an immediate impact. In the 86th minute, Nwaneri scored his first-ever Premier League goal, tapping in a rebound from a Raheem Sterling assist to make it 3-0.
Forest’s attempts were few and far between, and Ryan Yates‘s header in the 76th minute was the closest they came to scoring. Despite a few set-piece opportunities and a blocked shot from Callum Hudson-Odoi, Arsenal’s defense held firm.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Full-Time Analysis
The final whistle blew with Arsenal comfortably winning 3-0. Saka and Partey were instrumental in Arsenal’s attacking play, while Nwaneri’s late goal capped a strong performance. Nottingham Forest, who failed to test Raya significantly, were left to rue missed opportunities.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Stats
| Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Stats | Arsenal | Nottingham Forest |
| Possession % | 66.3 | 33.7 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 19 | 7 |
| Passes | 591 | 295 |
| Tackles | 16 | 16 |
| Clearances | 14 | 24 |
| Corners | 8 | 1 |
| Offsides | 4 | 2 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Fouls Conceded | 10 | 11 |
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Timeline
- 15’: Bukayo Saka scores for Arsenal, assisted by Martin Ødegaard
- 52’: Thomas Partey scores for Arsenal, assisted by Bukayo Saka
- 86’: Ethan Nwaneri scores for Arsenal, assisted by Raheem Sterling
- 87’: Yellow card for Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest)
- 89’: Jota Silva (Nottingham Forest) caught offside
- 90+6’: Full-time – Arsenal 3-0 Nottingham Forest
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Player Achievements
- Bukayo Saka: Scored a goal and provided an assist.
- Thomas Partey: Scored an excellent long-range goal.
- Ethan Nwaneri: Scored his first Premier League goal at just 16 years old, becoming a sensation.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Man of the Match
Bukayo Saka was awarded Man of the Match for his dynamic performance, including a goal and an assist. His direct involvement in Arsenal’s offensive play was a standout feature of the match.
Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest Impact on the Points Table
With this win, Arsenal climbed to 2nd place in the Premier League, temporarily overtaking Manchester City, who had a match later in the weekend. Their attacking play continues to improve as they chase the title, now just a point behind the leaders. Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, remains mid-table, but they will need to improve their defensive and attacking consistency in upcoming matches.
Arsenal F.C. delivered a clinical 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest, with standout performances from Saka, Partey, and young talent Nwaneri. The result solidifies Arsenal’s position at the top of the league, while Nottingham Forest’s struggles continue. This victory highlights Arsenal’s depth and potential as they look to mount a serious title challenge in the Premier League 2024-2025 season.
FAQs about the Match
- How many goals did Saka score in the Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest match?
- Bukayo Saka scored 1 goal in the 15th minute, giving Arsenal the lead.
- Who assisted Saka’s goal in the Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest match?
- Martin Ødegaard provided the assist for Saka’s opening goal.
- What was significant about Ethan Nwaneri’s goal in the Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest match?
- Ethan Nwaneri scored his first-ever Premier League goal at just 16 years old, making him one of the youngest players to score in the competition.
- Who was the standout player of the Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest match?
- Bukayo Saka was awarded Man of the Match for his goal, assist, and overall performance in Arsenal’s dominant win.
- What does the Arsenal F.C. vs Nottingham Forest result mean for Arsenal’s title challenge?
- The win keeps Arsenal firmly in the hunt for the Premier League title, as they move to second place, just behind Manchester City.
