Aston Villa vs Arsenal – Predicted lineup and team news
Aston Villa host Arsenal at Villa Park on Monday looking to respond after a 4-0 opening-weekend defeat at Brighton, a result that left Unai Emery’s side without a point or a shot on target.The visit...
Aston Villa face Arsenal at Villa Park on Monday, 31 August 2026, aiming to bounce back from a humiliating 4-0 opening-day loss to Brighton. The visitors will field a new-look lineup, with several summer signings set to make their debuts. Leon Bailey, Amadou Onana, Johan Manzambi, and Brian Madjo will miss out due to injury or suspension.
Tammy Abraham's availability is uncertain due to a groin/hip problem, while Ollie Watkins has departed the club. Zion Suzuki, a £30 million Parma acquisition, is poised to debut in goal following Marco Bizot's Brighton defeat. Leon Goretzka from Bayern Munich is expected to start in midfield after the suspended Gomes, with Nicolas Jackson, John McGinn, Emiliano Buendía, and George Hemmings providing further support.
The Premier League clash begins at 20:00, and viewers can catch the action live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
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