Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal has increasingly looked like a pivotal game in the current Premier League season as it has progressed.
For much of that time, it looked like it could be the fixture where the Gunners reclaimed the Premier League title after a long, long wait for a return to the good times for the Londoners.
But that is largely done with. The Gunners have blown up, Manchester City are on the brink, and now the game could instead be key to Forest's top-flight survival hopes. Two games to play, points to be had, the Reds within touching distance of salvation.
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Wins over Brighton and Southampton at home, plus a point at Chelsea last time out have breathed new life into Forest's bid to extend their top-flight stay. What had at one time looked unlikely is now achievable, maybe even without any more points coming their way. But that option could reduce even the most phlegmatic supporter to a nervous wreck come the final day. So much better to spike Arsenal's guns on Saturday to make the final-day trip to Crystal Palace a more relaxed affair.
And Arsenal have certainly shown their fragility of late, dropping points to the likes of West Ham, Southampton and, most recently, Brighton, to leave their title hopes in tatters. If Forest can add to their woe on Saturday, safety will surely be all-but assured?
When does Forest vs Arsenal kick off?
The match begins at 5.30pm on Saturday, May 20, at the City Ground.
Is Forest vs Arsenal on TV?
Yes - the evening kick-off time is to accommodate the Sky Sports cameras at the City Ground. The broadcast is due to start at 5pm and will be shown on Sky's Main Event and Premier League channels. To access the action you need to be a Sky subscriber, and you can buy a pass to view HERE .
The game will also be broadcast internationally - and you can find out where it is being shown here . Sky Sports will upload key moments from the game to their YouTube channel and website shortly after the final whistle.
BBC One will air highlights of the game during Match of the Day on Saturday evening, starting at 10.25pm. The programme will be repeated at 7.35am on Sunday.
How else can I follow the game?
You can also follow the action here at NottinghamshireLive . Our Forest reporter Sarah Clapson will be blogging live from the City Ground, delivering team news, live match updates, player ratings, reaction and analysis as it happens. You can follow her on Facebook and Twitter.
BBC Radio Nottingham will also be broadcasting from the game with coverage starting at 4pm.
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