Arsenal Secure Opening Win

Nottingham Forest

but Miss Opportunities Against

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The scoreline was closer than the match's overall flow, with Arsenal dominating for most of the game.

Eddie Nketiah (26th min.) and Bukayo Saka (32nd min.) scored goals for Arsenal in the first half.

Nottingham Forest's substitutes Taiwo Awoniyi and Anthony Elanga combined for a late goal.

The late goal by Forest made the ending nervy for Arsenal, who are considered title contenders.

The match had a 30-minute delay due to issues with a new ticket entry system at the Emirates Stadium.

Manchester City, the three-time defending champions, had also won their opener against Burnley.

Forest's Brennan Johnson missed a 1-on-1 opportunity against Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.

Arsenal didn't fully capitalize on their dominance and lacked urgency and rhythm at times.

The missed opportunity by Brennan Johnson could have changed the game's narrative for Forest.