Arsenal delivered a statement victory on Matchday 4 of the Premier League, brushing aside Nottingham Forest with a commanding 3–0 win at the Emirates Stadium. With goals from Martín Zubimendi and Viktor Gyökeres, the Gunners climbed back to the top of the table while maintaining their strong defensive record this season.
Final Score
Arsenal 3–0 Nottingham Forest
Premier League — Matchday 4 of 38
Emirates Stadium — 13 September 2025
Goals
- Arsenal — Martín Zubimendi (32′, 79′), Viktor Gyökeres (46′)
- Nottingham Forest — None
Key Talking Points
Zubimendi masterclass
The Spanish midfielder produced a complete performance, scoring twice with clever positioning and composure inside the box.
Clinical Gyökeres
The Swedish striker struck just after halftime with a poacher’s finish, continuing his excellent start to the season.
Forest’s struggles continue
Nottingham Forest remain winless in three league games, struggling to create big chances despite some promising spells of possession.
Arsenal back on top
With nine goals scored and just one conceded so far this season, Mikel Arteta’s side look sharp both defensively and in attack.
Minute-by-Minute Timeline
- 32′ Goal Arsenal 1–0 — Zubimendi slots home after a neat move.
- 46′ Goal Arsenal 2–0 — Gyökeres pounces immediately after the restart.
- 79′ Goal Arsenal 3–0 — Zubimendi makes it a brace with a well-taken strike.
- FT — Arsenal dominant, Forest outclassed.
Confirmed Lineups
Arsenal XI:
David Raya; Jurrien Timber, C. Mosquera, Gabriel, R. Calafiori; M. Ødegaard, Martín Zubimendi, Mikel Merino; N. Madueke, Viktor Gyökeres, Eberechi Eze
Subs used: Ethan Nwaneri, Declan Rice, Gabriel Martinelli
Nottingham Forest XI:
Matz Sels; N. Williams, N. Milenković, Murillo, Morato; I. Sangaré, E. Anderson, C. Hudson-Odoi, M. Gibbs-White, D. Ndoye; C. Wood
Subs used: James McAtee, Arnaud Kalimuendo, Ryan Yates
Match Stats
- Shots: Arsenal 16 – 5 Forest
- On target: Arsenal 5 – 1 Forest
- Possession: Arsenal 55% – 45% Forest
- Pass accuracy: Arsenal 88% – 85% Forest
- Corners: Arsenal 8 – 3 Forest
Player of the Match
Martín Zubimendi (Arsenal) — Two goals, dictated midfield tempo, and shielded the backline effectively.
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