ARSENAL are up against Championship side Nottingham Forest in their FA Cup third round clash.
The Gunners look to have turned a corner in terms of their on-pitch form this season but lost their last game with Man City in the Premier League.
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Mikel Arteta’s side will want to finish the season with some silverware in tow, however, and will see their clash at Forest as the perfect place to get started.
Steve Cooper’s men will be eager to please their home fans and have history beating the Gunners in the competition.
What time does Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal kick-off?
- Arsenal’s FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest will get going from 5.30pm UK time Sunday, January 9.
- The game will take place at the City Ground in Nottingham.
- There will be a full capacity crowd in attendance at the match.
What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
- Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal will be shown live on ITV 1 for fans in the UK.
- You can live stream the action from the ITV Hub, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
Can I watch for FREE?
- Yes, the game is available for FREE on ITV 1.
- You can also catch the action on the ITV Hub.
Team news
Arsenal have a number of players on African Cup of Nations duty, including Mohamed Elneny, Nicolas Pepe, Thomas Partey.
Ex-captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was also set to report for AFCON duty but tested positive for coronavirus.
Eddie Nketiah and Calum Chambers are also doubtful due to positive Covid tests as well.
Forest will be without Mohamed Drager, who is away with Tunisia at AFCON.
Max Lowe, Joe Lolley and Richie Laryea are all injured and doubtful ahead of the Gunners clash, but new signing Steve Cook could start.
Odds
Notts Forest – 4/1
Draw – 29/10
Arsenal – 1/2
*Odds courtesy of Betfair and correct at time of publication.
