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Arsenal Dominates Nottingham Forest in Carabao Cup

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 25 September 2019.

On September 25, 2019, Arsenal faced off against Nottingham Forest in the third round of the Carabao Cup at Emirates Stadium.

The Gunners, led by Unai Emery, were looking to continue their impressive form after a 3-2 win over Aston Villa in their last Premier League outing.

Despite a slow start, Arsenal managed to take the lead in the 31st minute through a stunning finish by Martinelli, assisted by Calum Chambers.

The first half ended with Arsenal leading 1-0, but they continued to dominate in the second half.

Rob Holding doubled the Gunners' lead in the 71st minute, and six minutes later, Hector Bellerin assisted Joseph Willock to increase their tally to three goals.

Reiss Nelson finally got on the scoresheet in the 84th minute, and Martinelli completed his double in the late minutes of the game.

Chambers was responsible for the goal that took his assist tally in the game to three altogether.

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