Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest LIVE: Premier League Updates, Team News, Lineups & Prediction
Premier League action is back after the international break, and all eyes turn to the Emirates Stadium for a fascinating clash between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.
The spotlight is firmly on Ange Postecoglou, who makes his debut in the Forest dugout after replacing Nuno Espirito Santo earlier this week. Known for his expansive, attacking style, Postecoglou is tasked with transforming Forest’s rigid approach into something far more adventurous — but against Arsenal, that’s no easy first test.
The Storylines
- Arsenal enter as heavy favorites, even without Bukayo Saka, with a refreshed attack featuring Eberechi Eze making his full debut and Noni Madueke retaining his place after scoring for England.
- Forest, meanwhile, look to embrace their new manager’s philosophy, with key figures like Viktor Gyokeres and Callum Hudson-Odoi hoping to spoil the party.
- This fixture already promised drama, but Postecoglou’s sudden arrival has raised the stakes even higher.
Team News
- Arsenal: Big changes for Mikel Arteta. Eze starts in Saka’s absence, Martinelli drops to the bench, and Mosquera comes in as William Saliba misses out completely. Declan Rice is rested, with Mikel Merino and Martin Ødegaard controlling midfield.
- Nottingham Forest: Summer signing Luiz waits for his debut from the bench. Chris Wood leads the line, supported by Gibbs-White and Hudson-Odoi.
Confirmed Lineups
Arsenal XI: Raya; Timber, Mosquera, Gabriel, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Merino, Ødegaard; Madueke, Gyokeres, Eze
Subs: Arrizabalaga, White, Lewis-Skelly, Hincapie, Rice, Nwaneri, Dowman, Martinelli, Trossard
Nottingham Forest XI: Sels; Morato, Milenkovic, Murillo, Williams; Anderson, Sangare; Ndoye, Gibbs-White, Hudson-Odoi; Wood
Subs: Victor, Luiz, Kalimuendo, Hutchinson, Yates, McAtee, Bakwa, Boly, Savona
What to Expect
While Arsenal are tipped to cruise, Forest’s unpredictability under a brand-new manager adds intrigue. The Gunners’ revamped attack and Postecoglou’s daring style promise a contest full of intensity, tactical shifts, and potentially early drama.
Can Arsenal assert dominance, or will Postecoglou mark his Premier League return with a shock result? Stay tuned for LIVE coverage, analysis, and updates throughout the match.
