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Nottingham Forest v Arsenal: The Brief

As the record-breaking, history-making, 13-time Emirates FA Cup winners, the spotlight will fall on us this Sunday as we commence our defence of the trophy, away to Nottingham Forest.

Last May's triumph over Chelsea brought Arsène Wenger's tally of victories in this competition to seven - also a record – so it's no surprise that he always looks forward to this time of year.

Like last season, the road to Wembley starts with a trip to face Championship opposition. And last January's hard-fought, late win over Preston North End should serve as a warning to the Gunners this weekend, even if Forest are currently under the caretaker management of Gary Brazil – following Mark Warburton's dismissal on New Year's Eve – and lie in 14th place, with no wins from their last five and no goals in their last three.