Let’s observe how they secure the FA Cup victory; if VAR unfairly influences it, they won’t have the right to celebrate. Nottingham Forest Manager Steve Cooper sends a stern message, cautioning Mikel Arteta after a contentious VAR decision favored Arsenal in the match.

Defensive lapses led to Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 defeat against Arsenal at the City Ground.

A commendable defensive effort unraveled when Gabriel Jesus slotted the ball through Matt Turner’s legs, initiating the scoring for Arsenal in the second half. Bukayo Saka extended the Gunners’ lead less than ten minutes later, capitalizing on a mishandled clearance by Gonzalo Montiel.

Taiwo Awoniyi added excitement by equalizing in the final minutes of his return from a groin injury, but Nottingham Forest couldn’t secure a second goal and ultimately suffered defeat. Forest’s head coach, Nuno Espirito Santo, shared his thoughts after the game.