Madueke strikes late but who missed his big chance? – Forest v Arsenal ratings
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Noni Madueke scored a late, deflected winner as Arsenal beat Nottingham Forest at the City Ground in a match with few clear chances. The victory was important for the champions, while the player ratings highlighted Arsenal’s struggles to create and Eberechi Eze’s missed opportunity to impress on the left wing.
Madueke came on at half-time and scored with about 10 minutes remaining. Declan Rice was rated 7 for his midfield work and pass leading to the goal, though he also missed a big chance; Ezri Konsa earned a 7 for his late tackle that helped preserve a clean sheet. Eze and Kai Havertz both received 5, while most Forest players were rated 6.
- Madueke came off the bench to score Arsenal’s winner.
- Arsenal beat Forest in a tight, low-chance game.
- Eze and Havertz were both rated 5.