Arsenal Defeat Nottingham Forest 3-0 in Postecoglou's Premier League Debut

Ange Postecoglou endured a challenging Premier League return as Nottingham Forest manager, suffering a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal's newly signed midfielder Martin Zubimendi scored twice, including a spectacular volley and a late header, while Viktor Gyokeres added a goal soon after halftime, securing Arsenal's third win in four games and propelling them to the top of the table. Despite missing several key players due to injury, Arsenal showcased a confident performance highlighted by Noni Madueke's strong display and effective teamwork from recent signings Eberechi Eze and Gyokeres. Postecoglou, who was recently appointed Forest manager following Nuno Espírito Santo's dismissal, faced intense pressure from Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis, who expects the team to contend for major trophies. The match also saw Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard exit early with a suspected shoulder injury, adding to the club's growing injury list. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed optimism about the squad's depth after a significant summer spending spree, despite concerns over the mounting injuries.