Arsenal beat Nottingham Forest 1-0 at the City Ground on Sunday, with substitute Noni Madueke scoring the winning goal. David Raya praised Madueke after the match and also spoke about Arsenal's display in the victory.
Madueke settles the match
CaughtOffside says Madueke scored the 80th-minute winner. AFP via Flashscore says Madueke's 80th-minute strike was deflected and was Arsenal's only shot on target at the City Ground.
Raya said: "He's a special player and it's going to be a special goal for him to get the win at such a difficult ground and such a difficult team. So, I'm delighted for him."
Raya on Arsenal's display
Raya said: "We showed maturity and a lot of desire. Keep doing the right things, and the ball will get into the net."
Raya said Arsenal had drawn 0-0 on their previous two visits to the City Ground.
He also said: "We came back very, very strong, especially after that tough defeat against Brighton and having 19 days since then to play a game. The way we responded, the way we played, the way we came back, is incredible, you know. So, delighted with the performances we have put in every single game. There are things to improve, of course, as always, but we just take the positives, and we're looking forward to Wednesday now."
What comes next
AFP via Flashscore says Arsenal had three straight wins since the international break. AFP via Flashscore says Arsenal visit Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday. GOAL says Arsenal travel to face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday evening, and GOAL says Arsenal host Everton in the Premier League after the Bayern Munich match.