Thomas Partey in squad, David Raya dropped, Martinelli and Trosaard both start for Arsenal in 4-2-3-1 lineup against Nottingham Forest

Thomas Partey in squad, David Raya dropped, Martinelli and Trosaard both start for Arsenal in 4-2-3-1 lineup against Nottingham Forest

ARSENAL LINE-UP VS NOTTINGHAM FOREST, MARTINELLI STARTS

PREDICTED ARSENAL LINE-UP VS NOTTINGHAM FOREST, MARTINELLI STARTS

Tonight, Arsenal is set to embark on a quest for consecutive victories in the Premier League as they go head-to-head with Nottingham Forest at the illustrious City Ground. Having recently triumphed with a resounding 5-0 win against Crystal Palace earlier this month, the Gunners are determined to maintain their winning momentum.

Despite their recent success, Arsenal finds themselves trailing behind the league leaders, Liverpool, by a margin of five points. However, a golden opportunity presents itself as they have the chance to temporarily narrow this gap to just two points with a positive result against Nottingham Forest.

It’s worth noting that achieving this feat won’t be a walk in the park for Arsenal, as they are faced with the task of breaking a three-match losing streak at the formidable City Ground. The upcoming clash is poised to be a crucial test for the club, and success would not only secure back-to-back wins but also serve as a significant step toward narrowing the gap with the frontrunners in the Premier League.

So, as the anticipation builds for tonight’s match, Arsenal fans will be eagerly watching to see if their team can overcome the challenges presented by Nottingham Forest and emerge victorious once again in their pursuit of league glory.

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Line-up:

In the recent thrilling derby victory, David Raya showcased exceptional skills in distributing the ball, with a remarkable long throw to Gabriel Jesus setting the stage for Arsenal’s third goal, expertly netted by Leandro Trossard. The talented Spaniard is expected to maintain his role as the goalkeeper in the upcoming match.

Turning our attention to the defensive lineup, it appears that no changes are on the horizon. Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko are likely to continue their positions as right and left-back, while Gabriel Magalhaes is anticipated to partner with William Saliba at the heart of the backline. Despite a minor knee issue picked up in the previous match against Palace, Gabriel is expected to be declared fit for the upcoming game.

In the midfield, the reliable Declan Rice is poised to occupy the number six role, contingent on successfully passing a late fitness test addressing a muscle concern. There’s a potential change in the partnership, with the suggestion that Emile Smith Rowe could replace Kai Havertz, who has struggled to find form recently. However, Arteta might opt for Leandro Trossard in the number eight position.

Moving further up the pitch, the dynamic duo of Bukayo Saka on the right wing and Martin Odegaard in the number 10 role are assured starting spots. Gabriel Jesus is set to lead the attacking line, and the left-wing position is expected to see the return of Gabriel Martinelli.

Martinelli, who missed the starting lineup in the previous derby due to a minor illness, made a significant impact coming off the bench, scoring two goals in stoppage time. As a result, there’s an anticipation that the Brazilian will be rewarded with a starting role in the upcoming clash against Forest tonight. The prospect of Martinelli’s return adds an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the eagerly awaited match.

Line up: Ramsdale; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Rice, Trossard; Martinelli, Odegard, Saka; Jesus