Arsenal missed a chance to go nine points clear at the Premier League summit, drawing 0-0 at Nottingham Forest. The result leaves Mikel Arteta's side seven points ahead of Manchester City but extends their run of stalemates to two consecutive games, a first in 14 years. Frustration mounted for the Gunners, who created four big chances without finding the net.

Arteta's biggest gripe was a second-half handball incident involving Forest defender Ola Aina. The Arsenal manager insisted it was a "clear penalty," but VAR and referee Michael Oliver disagreed, deeming the ball struck Aina's shoulder first with his arm in a natural position. Forest boss Sean Dyche called the potential award "ridiculous," highlighting the ongoing debate around handball rules.

Despite the dropped points, Arsenal remain top of the table. Former defender Martin Keown believes they must find something extra to clinch the title, stressing the need for clinical finishing. With joint-top scorers Viktor Gyokeres and Leandro Trossard on only five league goals each, improving conversion rates will be key to their title hopes.