The Gunners struggled offensively once again, settling for a frustrating 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest, which dashed any remaining hopes for the Premier League title.

Arsenal’s injury-hit attack failed to score for the second consecutive match, showing signs of improvement after a disappointing performance against West Ham. The Gunners dominated possession and pressed for chances, with Riccardo Calafiori coming closest by hitting the post in the first half. Mikel Merino also forced a solid save from Matz Sels, and Kieran Tierney nearly broke the deadlock with a header that went just wide.

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Goalkeeper & Defence

David Raya (7/10):

Didn’t have much to do. Played as a sweeper for most of the game. Was alert to keep out one effort from Wood in the second half.

Jurrien Timber (6/10):

Neat and tidy. Did his job well defensively, but offered little in attack.

William Saliba (7/10):

Dealt well with the threat of Wood in the central areas. Strong.

Gabriel Magalhaes (7/10):

Excellent once again. Made one superb tackle to deny Wood after a Forest breakaway in the first half.

Riccardo Calafiori (6/10):

Booked inside a couple of minutes and given a tough time defensively by Hudson-Odoi. Was a threat going forward though and curled one excellent effort against the post before setting up Nwaneri for a chance. Replaced at half-time, presumably because of the early booking.

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Midfield

Jorginho (6/10):

Brought into the side and did what was asked of him. Nothing spectacular, but kept the ball moving. Replaced by Zinchenko as he tired midway through the second half.

Declan Rice (6/10):

Went close with one effort in the first half which was deflected over. Did his best to drive forward and get towards the box. Looked like he was on his last legs in the second half.

Martin Odegaard (6/10):

Another game where the skipper failed to have much of an influence. Can’t fault his work ethic, but he’s just not getting in areas to hurt the opposition at the moment. His team needs more from him.

 

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Attack

Ethan Nwaneri (6/10):

Some flashes of quality. Produced one lovely turn on the edge of the box but didn’t get his shot away quick enough.

Mikel Merino (7/10):

Used as the makeshift centre forward again, although he was roaming all over the pitch. Put a shift in, but was never really a threat in open play. Did force Sels into one good save from a corner.

Leandro Trossard (5/10):

End product just wasn’t really there all night. Crosses were overhit and his touch was off at times.

 

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Subs & Manager

Kieran Tierney (6/10):

On at half-time for Calafiori. Put in one wicked cross and also sent a header just wide from a corner.

Oleksandr Zinchenko (5/10):

Made one good run through the lines to set up a chance for Odegaard, but was flagged offside.

Raheem Sterling (N/A):

No impact after coming on for the final 10 minutes.

Ben White (N/A):

On for the last few minutes.

Thomas Partey (N/A):

On for the final stages, scuffed one shot wide.

Mikel Arteta (6/10):

He will be much happier with his team’s performance, but has to somehow come up with a way of making this team a threat.