This evening, Arsenal faced off against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground, seeking a positive result in the Premier League. The Gunners started the match well but went into the half-time break without a goal, with the score level at 0-0.
In the second half, both teams struggled to break the deadlock, resulting in a goalless draw for Mikel Arteta’s side away from home.
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Let’s assess how each Arsenal player performed during this encounter against Nottingham.
Raya had a quiet evening, finishing the match with an easy clean sheet as he didn’t have any saves to make.
RB: Ben White – 7/10
White was effective in contributing both defensively and offensively.
CB: William Saliba – 7/10
Saliba handled his defensive responsibilities well and maintained tidy passing throughout.
CB: Gabriel – 7/10
Gabriel cleared threats effectively and distributed the ball accurately.
NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND – JANUARY 17: Ben White of Arsenal is challenged by Nicolas Dominguez of Nottingham Forest during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Arsenal at City Ground on January 17, 2026 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
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LB: Jurrien Timber – 6.5/10
Timber performed solidly defensively and was strong in aerial battles.
CM: Martin Ødegaard – 6/10
Ødegaard struggled to make his mark on the game and didn’t find his rhythm.
CM: Martin Zubimendi – 6.5/10
Zubimendi held the midfield well but had little impact in the attacking third.
CM: Declan Rice – 8/10
Rice was influential at both ends of the pitch, contributing significantly to the team’s performance.
RW: Noni Madueke – 7/10
Madueke posed problems for the opposing defense but couldn’t convert his chances into goals.
ST: Viktor Gyökeres – 6/10
Gyökeres had a brief moment of brilliance but was largely inactive in attack.
LW: Gabriel Martinelli – 7/10
Martinelli was eager to shoot at goal but failed to find the net.
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Substitutes:
ST: Leandro Trossard – 6/10
Trossard’s impact was limited during his time on the pitch.
ST: Gabriel Jesus – 6/10
Jesus did not threaten the Nottingham goal during his appearance.
CM: Mikel Merino – 6.5/10
Merino created a promising chance late in the game.
RW: Bukayo Saka – 7/10
Saka consistently troubled the right flank but couldn’t find the scoresheet.
LW: Eberechi Eze – 6/10