Arsenal 5-0 Nottingham Forest: 5 Talking Points | Carabao Cup 2019-20

#2 The return of Rob Holding

Arsenal FC v Nottingham Forrest - Carabao Cup Third Round

Arsenal fans have been waiting for this moment for close to 10 months. The 24-year-old suffered a devastating crucial ligament rupture back in December last year, keeping him out for the majority of last season.

Now, Rob Holding has been declared to fit play and has been making regular appearances in the U-23s. Unai Emery finally felt tonight was the match to reintroduce him to competitive football.

And it was a dream night for the boy from Bolton. Not only did he marshal his teammates to a rare clean sheet, but he also scored a goal and got to wear the captain’s armband.

In his first start in 10 months, Holding showed Arsenal fans what they had been missing, showcasing his passing as well as defensive attributes. The 24-year-old completed 72 passes, one clearance and one tackle in an assertive performance.