NOTTINGHAM, United Kingdom, Jan 18, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Arsenal opened up a seven-point Premier League lead despite failing to break down a resilient Nottingham Forest in a 0-0 draw at the City Ground on Saturday. Arsenal were made to pay for a lacklustre first half performance as Forest held out to boost their own chances of survival. City have failed to apply any pressure to Arsenal during a four-game winless Premier League run since the turn of the year. But back-to-back goalless draws against Liverpool and Forest has prevented Arsenal from building a big lead. Merino should have scored but could not turn Rice's inviting free-kick delivery on target.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 18, 2026 02:52 UTC