Arsenal secured three valuable Premier League points after overcoming a resilient Nottingham Forest side in a tightly contested encounter. Mikel Arteta's men struggled to create clear-cut chances, but Madueke eventually broke the deadlock to settle a difficult away fixture.

The hosts produced a spirited performance, defending resolutely while posing a threat on the counter-attack. Liam Delap caused problems for Arsenal's back line, while Chris Wood came close to equalising late on, only for Declan Rice to produce a crucial block.

The Gunners struggled to find their rhythm in attack until Madueke stepped up in the second half. The winger collected Rice's pass on the left, cut inside and fired a deflected effort into the net. Arteta's side then held firm under pressure to secure a narrow victory.