Arsenal will wear black armbands when they face Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Sunday, joining their hosts in remembering nine-year-old supporter James Kerry, who passed away earlier this month following a battle with cancer.
The Gunners confirmed the decision in a social media post, writing: "We'll wear black armbands this afternoon, as we join our hosts in remembering nine-year-old Nottingham Forest supporter, James Kerry, who passed away earlier this month following a brave battle with cancer. Rest in peace, James."
Premier League Title Race Context
Arsenal travel to Trentside looking to close the gap on league leaders Manchester City, the only side with a perfect record in the English top flight this term. The north London club fell to third earlier in the weekend after Brighton and Hove Albion moved above them with a 5-0 win over Crystal Palace at the Amex Stadium.
Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, are out of form, having lost 3-1 to Palace in their last outing.
Return to Action After International Break
The Premier League champions are aiming to build on a 2-1 win over Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium, which marked their return to club football after a three-week hiatus. Next up is a Champions League meeting with Bayern Munich, following a 3-0 victory over Lille in midweek.
