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Arsenal secure 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest thanks to 80th‑minute goal

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Arsenal secure 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest thanks to 80th‑minute goal
Arsenal secure 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest thanks to 80th‑minute goal

Arsenal edged Nottingham Forest 1-0 at the City Ground after Noni Madueke scored in the 80th minute, giving the champions their sixth league win and keeping them second in the Premier League.

Arsenal clinched a 1-0 triumph over Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday, with Noni Madueke delivering the decisive strike in the 80th minute, allowing the league leaders to maintain second place with 18 points from seven games.

**Who scored the winner?**

Noni Madueke cut in onto his right foot and unleashed a shot that deflected past the Forest goalkeeper, sealing the match for the Gunners.

**What were the key chances?**

[Arsenal FC](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arsenal_F.C.) created several opportunities but missed twice in the first half, notably through Kai Havertz, whose attempts both went wide. Forest also generated chances, repeatedly testing Arsenal’s defence, yet failed to convert.

**How did the second half unfold?**

The visitors continued to dominate possession, but both sides struggled to find the net until Madueke’s late finish. The home side’s attempts remained unavailing, and the match ended without further goals.

The win marked Arsenal’s sixth league success of the campaign, keeping them a point behind Brighton, who recently thrashed Crystal Palace 5‑0. Elsewhere, Manchester United drew 1‑1 with Leeds United at Elland Road, extending their winless run to six games across all competitions.

**RESULTS**

Nottingham Forest 0‑1 Arsenal

Leeds United 1‑1 Manchester United

Bournemouth 2‑0 Sunderland

Brighton & Hove Albion 5‑0 Crystal Palace

Topics: #Arsenal #English football #Noni Madueke #Nottingham Forest #Premier League

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