PL: Nottingham Forest v Arsenal

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Following an...unexpected...second break in as many weeks, Arsenal head to the East Midlands to face Nottingham Forest. The Gunners resume play sitting third in the table, 5 points off the top spot and level on points for second, a promising position considering a festive season best forgotten. Despite the impressive showing against an underwhelming Palace side last time out, the trip to Nottinghamshire holds its own set of challenges for the visitors, losers of their last three at the City Ground dating back to 2018. This is a massive week for Mikel Arteta's side, who will be keen to overcome this trend to secure vital points in advance of the impending clash with leaders Liverpool.

For their part, Forest enter this fixture under a cloud of change, replacing the sacked Steve Cooper with old friend Nuno Espirito Santo. The managerial shake-up adds an air of unpredictability to the encounter, as the Reds seek stability and a resurgence in form. Currently positioned just four points above the relegation zone, the Reds will be desperate to further claw their way out of danger and use the home advantage to spring another surprise after downing both Newcastle and Manchester United in the last month.

This is big week with huge implications for the title race, so start it off the right way with your fellow Gooners.

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