Arsenal head to the City Ground this evening while they aim to maintain their six-point lead at the summit of the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta’s side has moved through a successful week in the domestic cups, securing an FA Cup victory at Portsmouth before taking a first-leg advantage against Chelsea in the Carabao Cup semi-final. Despite several defensive injury concerns, the Gunners arrive in Nottingham on a five-game winning streak away from home, looking to secure a fourth consecutive clean sheet against the “Tricky Trees”.
Arsenal Team News
Mikel Arteta continues to manage a depleted defensive unit following several recent setbacks. Riccardo Calafiori (muscle) and Cristhian Mosquera (ankle) remain sidelined, while young talent Max Dowman is also out of action until February. Piero Hincapié remains a major doubt for the trip; the Ecuadorian is battling a hamstring injury and faces a late fitness test to determine his involvement.
Notably, David Raya is expected to reclaim his spot in goal after sitting out the midweek cup win. Consequently, the backline is likely to feature Ben White and Jurrien Timber flanking the settled partnership of William Saliba and Gabriel. In attack, Viktor Gyökeres is poised to lead the line once more, supported by the creative threat of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli. Kai Havertz is fit but may be utilised from the bench as the club manages his return from a knee injury.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup
Arsenal predicted XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Ødegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyökeres, Martinelli
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the City Ground on Saturday, 17 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 17:30 GMT.
How to watch Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 1. Coverage begins at 16:30 GMT.
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