Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Premier League Records, Stats, Goals at Villa Park, Head to Head & everything to know

An out of form Arsenal side visit Villa Park to regain their lost form when they face Aston Villa in a tricky Premier League fixture. This contest on Saturday evening kick-starts the proceedings in the league. Both sides are not entering this game in the best of form. However, it is Arsenal who are going through a much-more difficult spell than Villa at the moment. The Gunners are on a four-game winless streak in all competitions – three of which are in the league. Hence, they would be eager to end that disappointing run as soon as possible.

Not long ago, Arsenal had a healthy lead at the top of the standings. At that moment, it seemed impossible for anyone to catch them. However, it is not the case anymore. Manchester City have cut down the deficit to take the top spot in the division. This shows how quickly a few weeks can turn the title race on its head. In fact, both sides are entering this game on the back of losing their last match against the same opponent. Aston Villa were beaten 3-1 by Manchester City last weekend before Arsenal lost to the same opponent in midweek by the same scoreline.

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Arsenal still have a game in hand over Pep Guardiola’s side hence they would be confident of regaining the top spot. However, they have to first overcome their poor run of late. As things stand, Mikel Arteta’s side are sitting second with 51 points from 22 matches. Meanwhile, Aston Villa are also experiencing a two-game losing streak in the Premier League. They have 28 points from 22 games to be sitting 11 in the table. It is to be noted that this contest will be a reunion for former Arsenal manager Unai Emery, who is currently the head coach of Villa. Hence, he would be eager to do well with his current side on Saturday evening.

Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Premier League Records, Stats, Goals at Villa Park

These two clubs have been a mainstay in the top division for several years. There have been several interesting contests that have taken place between them in all those years. When it comes to Premier League, there have still been many intriguing closely-fought battles that have happened between them. Hence, the Saturday evening encounter will be difficult to call, as both sides will fancy their chances.

A total of 27 matches have happened between these two clubs in the Premier League at Villa Park. Arsenal have won the majority of them by registering 13 victories. Aston Villa have tasted success on five occasions, while the remaining nine ended in draws. In this league fixture last season, Arsenal had won 1-0 on this ground. It will be interesting to see whether they can repeat that win again on Saturday.

Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Head to Head Record