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As Arsenal prepare to host Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal legend David Seaman has offered his perspective on the match, delivering his prediction with a playful jab at Forest’s expense.
The former England goalkeeper, whose illustrious career included three league titles and four FA Cups with Arsenal, made his comments on his podcast “Seaman Says.”
The match context is particularly intriguing, with Arsenal facing uncertainty over the fitness of key players Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice. Forest, meanwhile, are only missing long-term absentees Ibrahim Sangare and Danilo, though manager Nuno Espirito Santo faces a selection dilemma regarding Elliot Anderson, Morgan Gibbs-White, and Nicolas Dominguez.
During his podcast discussion with Mike Phelan, Seaman referenced Forest’s historical role as an “easy six points” for Arsenal, before acknowledging that this is no longer the case. When Phelan suggested a 4-0 scoreline, Seaman’s response highlighted how times have changed, particularly given Forest’s recent form under Santo, including their notable distinction as the only team to defeat Liverpool this season.
The match holds significant importance for Forest, marking the beginning of a challenging period that includes fixtures against Manchester City, Manchester United, and Aston Villa in December.
With European ambitions in mind, Forest view these matches as crucial opportunities, especially considering the somewhat inconsistent form of traditional powerhouses like Manchester City and Arsenal this season.
Santo’s tactical acumen, already demonstrated against Liverpool, could prove pivotal in these upcoming challenges.
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