Saka benched with injury concern as Arsenal held to 0-0 draw at Forest

Bukayo Saka in action during Arsenal's goalless draw at Nottingham Forest (Symbolic image) (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP via Getty Images) Getty Images

Manager Mikel Arteta left Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka out of the starting XI for the 0-0 Premier League draw at Nottingham Forest due to a pre-match injury concern. Arteta confirmed Saka had picked up a "niggle" before kick-off, forcing the tactical adjustment.

Saka came on as a substitute in the 57th minute as Arsenal searched for a breakthrough. The game ended goalless.

Penalty controversy

Arteta also addressed a controversial penalty appeal involving Forest defender Ola Aina during the match. The Arsenal boss disputed the referee's decision not to award a spot-kick.

Title race impact

The draw comes as Manchester City suffered a defeat to Manchester United.

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