Overview
- Arsenal were held 0-0 by Nottingham Forest at the City Ground in the Premier League’s 22nd round after long spells of control without a breakthrough.
- Despite eight first‑half attempts, Arsenal ended the opening period without a shot on target, including a notable miss from Gabriel Martinelli.
- Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels preserved the draw with a standout save from a Bukayo Saka header around the 65th minute.
- Clear chances went begging for Declan Rice, Viktor Gyökeres, Martinelli, Saka and Mikel Merino as Sean Dyche’s compact side resisted sustained pressure.
- Arsenal remain seven points ahead of Manchester City, Aston Villa can cut the deficit with a win over Everton on Sunday, and Forest sit five points above West Ham in the relegation fight.