Arsenal defeats Nottingham Forest; Manchester United draws with Leeds

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Arsenal defeats Nottingham Forest; Manchester United draws with Leeds
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Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday, with Noni Madueke scoring the only goal in the 80th minute after a deflection. This win keeps Arsenal three points behind Premier League leaders Manchester City. Meanwhile, Manchester United struggled to find form, managing just a 1-1 draw against Leeds, which continues their winless streak across competitions. Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring for United in the first half, but a goal from Dominic Calvert-Lewin equalized for Leeds shortly after halftime. United remains in 13th place in the league with only one win this season.

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  • •Arsenal wins 1-0 against Nottingham Forest in EPL.
  • •Noni Madueke scored the decisive goal in the 80th minute.
  • •Manchester United draws 1-1 with Leeds at Elland Road.
  • •Bryan Mbeumo scored for United; Calvert-Lewin equalized.
  • •United is winless in their last six matches across competitions.
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Arsenal struck late to beat Nottingham Forest and keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Manchester City on Sunday, while struggling Manchester United dropped more points in a draw at Leeds.Forest defender Murillo went close to a sensational equaliser in stoppage time after jinking his way into the box, but Arsenal held on for a 1-0 win, taking them three points behind City.

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