Madueke scores late as Arsenal secures win at Nottingham Forest

Arsenal defeated Nottingham Forest 1-0 at the City Ground on October 18, 2026, with Noni Madueke scoring the decisive goal in the 80th minute after coming off the bench at halftime. The match was largely uneventful, with both teams struggling to create significant chances until Arsenal broke the deadlock. Declan Rice played a key role in the buildup to Madueke's goal, providing the assist despite missing an earlier opportunity. Arsenal's defensive unit maintained a strong performance, securing the clean sheet against a determined Forest side.

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