Arsenal miss the opportunity to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to nine points after they are held to a frustrating draw by Nottingham Forest.

Welcome to ESPN's live updates as Arsenal beat Chelsea 3-2 in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semifinal at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal took the lead early thanks to a Ben White header from a corner and went 2-0 up shortly after the break through Viktor Gyökeres.

Arsenal had the best chances of the game but were thwarted by Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels, who made a brilliant fingertip save from a Bukayo Saka header in the second half, and by their own poor finishing, with Gabriel Martinelli missing a clear shot at goal in the first half.

Arsenal have moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest - but should the Gunners have been awarded a penalty?

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