Aston Villa vs Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has given an update on Cristhian Mosquera after the defender was forced off during Arsenal’s 1-0 win away at Aston Villa.

Arsenal head to Villa Park for their second Premier League match of the season to face a much-changed Villa side from the one that won this fixture last year.

Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa have both travelled with Arsenal for Monday’s match against Aston Villa, though that doesn’t guarantee they’ll make the final squad or team.

Arsenal face a reshaped Aston Villa on Monday, with Unai Emery set to hand a debut to a £65m striker who has yet to beat or score against the Gunners.

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign former Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez, and the player could now debut against the Gunners.

Mikel Arteta has provided a triple fitness update ahead of Arsenal’s match against Aston Villa, revealing that Ezri Konsa will be available against his old club.

Jarred Gillett will officiate yet another Arsenal game on Monday, with the Premier League naming him as the referee for the Gunners’ trip to Villa Park.

Mikel Arteta has pushed back against suggestions that Bruno Guimaraes is set for a long spell on the sidelines, insisting the player didn’t even want to miss a game.

A late Villa defeat stings, but injuries, fatigue and fine margins tell a wider story as the title race tightens heading into a brutal December run.

Jurrien Timber admits injuries have made the season harder to manage after Arsenal’s late defeat at Villa Park cut their lead at the top.

Viktor Gyokeres admitted there was only one positive after a bitterly disappointing Arsenal defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday.

Viktor Gyokeres reacts to the late defeat at Aston Villa, speaking about disappointment, missed chances and the focus on bouncing back quickly.

Arteta explains how Arsenal lost control at key moments in the final stages against Aston Villa as a last-kick strike ended their unbeaten run.

Arteta speaks openly about how injuries are affecting preparation, performance and planning as Arsenal battle constant fitness problems this season.

Arteta issues fresh updates on Rice, Mosquera and Saliba ahead of Aston Villa as Arsenal wait on late fitness tests after midweek injury scares.

Aston Villa are only likely to be without two players for Arsenal’s visit on Saturday, though there is some lingering doubt around former Gunner Emi Martinez.

David Raya has set the standard early in Arsenal’s season, eyeing a second golden glove after key performances, including a crucial save in a 2-0 win over Villa.

Arsenal avenged last season’s setbacks by defeating Aston Villa 2-0. Arteta’s men sealed a vital win with Trossard and Raya starring in a revenge-fuelled performance.

Leandro Trossard’s instant impact and David Raya’s superb saves propelled Arsenal to a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa. Read the full match report and analysis here.

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is sidelined again with a groin injury. Fans worry about the impact on the team’s performance and the lack of attacking options.