2024-25 Premier League MW12 Preview - Arsenal vs. Nottingham Forest: Can the Gunners cut down the Forest at the Emirates Stadium? November 21, 2024 by Marc Jerbs

The Week 12 showdown of the 2024-25 Premier League season between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest promises to be an intriguing contest. Scheduled for November 23, 2024, at 3:00 PM GMT, the match will take place at the iconic Emirates Stadium in London. With both teams experiencing fluctuating form this season, the outcome could prove pivotal to their respective ambitions in the league.

Arsenal finds itself in a challenging period, having failed to secure a win in their last four matches. Despite a strong start to the season, the Gunners have managed just one victory in their previous five games, accompanied by two draws and two losses. This dip in form has seen them slip to fourth place in the league table. Their recent results include a 2-2 draw against Manchester City, a 0-1 defeat to Newcastle, a 1-3 loss to Liverpool, a commanding 3-0 win over Brighton, and a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa. Defensive lapses have been a recurring issue, with seven goals conceded in these games. Arsenal will look to capitalize on home advantage at the Emirates to regain momentum and strengthen their bid for a Champions League spot.

The Gunners are the favorites to win the game. Here are our latest odds:

• The Gunners are favored by 1 point, with a full-time result of 1.36.
• The Forest are the underdogs by 1 point, with a full-time result of 9.50.
• Draw has a full-time result of 4.75.
• Total Goals is set at 2.5 points, with the Under at 2.00 and the Over at 1.80.

Nottingham Forest, under Steve Cooper’s leadership, enters this match with growing confidence. Currently sitting fifth in the table, level on points with Arsenal, Forest has demonstrated resilience with only one loss in their last five outings. Their recent performances include a 3-1 win over West Ham, a 2-0 victory against Aston Villa, a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace, and a 1-3 loss to Newcastle. Striker Chris Wood has been a standout player, scoring eight goals in the league and maintaining his form during the international break. Brennan Johnson and Taiwo Awoniyi will also be crucial in Forest’s attack, while the team’s solid defensive organization could prove vital in countering Arsenal’s offensive threats.

The close proximity of the two teams in the league table underscores the high stakes of this encounter. A win for Arsenal would help steady their form and reassert their top-four ambitions, while a victory for Nottingham Forest could signal their emergence as genuine contenders for a European spot. With both teams striving for consistency, the match promises a tactical battle, making November 23 a crucial date in their respective campaigns.

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