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KICK-OFF MONDAY, 31 AUGUST 2026 · 20:00 LONDONVENUE VILLA PARKSCORE SOURCE PREMIER LEAGUE

Starting XI

4-2-3-1

Substitutes

Official team via BBC Sport.

Shots

VILLA xG: 0.31
ARSENAL xG: 1.05
SHOTS: 7—7
ON TARGET: 0—2

Villa Arsenal Ringed = goalBigger dot = better chance

Both sides shown attacking the same way. Shot data by Bzzoiro Sports Data.

After the game

Goretzka building fitness after missing Arsenal defeatThe German midfielder arrived on a free transfer last week but was not ready for Monday night's fixture.1 SEPT
Arsenal edge past Villa at Villa Park to leave Emery's side without a pointA narrow 1-0 defeat means Aston Villa are still waiting for their first Premier League result of the season despite Nicolas Jackson's arrival.31 AUG
Saka strike condemns Villa to narrow defeat against Arsenal at Villa ParkBukayo Saka's close-range finish proved decisive as Aston Villa were shut out in a tight contest on the final day of August.31 AUG

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