Summary
Arsenal played a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest, missing a chance to extend their lead in the Premier League. A point of contention arose over a second-half incident where Arsenal believed they should have been awarded a penalty for a handball by Forest's Ola Aina, but the referee and VAR decided against it.
Key Facts
- Arsenal drew 0-0 with Nottingham Forest.
- This is the second consecutive draw for Arsenal in the Premier League.
- Arsenal could have extended their lead to nine points over Manchester City with a win.
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta argued for a penalty due to Ola Aina's handball moment.
- The referee and VAR reviewed the incident and determined no penalty was warranted.
- Forest manager Sean Dyche supported the no-penalty decision.
- VAR checks confirmed Aina's arm was in a natural position.
- Only a few penalties for handball have been given in the Premier League compared to other European leagues.
