New signing Martin Zubimendi opened his Arsenal account in spectacular fashion with a thunderous first-time volley to put the Gunners ahead against Nottingham Forest at the Emirates.
The Spanish midfielder lashed home from the edge of the box in the 31st minute after a loose clearance fell invitingly into his path.
It was the 25-year-old’s first goal for Arsenal since arriving from Real Sociedad in the summer and capped a dominant first-half display from Mikel Arteta’s reshuffled side.
With captain Martin Odegaard forced off early with a shoulder injury and Declan Rice starting on the bench, Zubimendi seized his chance to make an impact.