Saka strikes as flawless Arsenal punish troubled Villa
Bukayo Saka's second-half strike seals a 1-0 win as a summer clear-out leaves Unai Emery's side facing a second straight defeat.
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka scored the decisive goal in a 1-0 victory against struggling Aston Villa at Villa Park, extending the Gunners' flawless start to the Premier League season. Mikel Arteta's side secured their second consecutive win without conceding a goal during their first two games. Arsenal's lineup remained unchanged from their opening-day 3-0 win against Coventry, and Saka's second-half strike solidified Arteta's 250th league game in charge.
England defender Ezri Konsa came on as a substitute for his new club, while Arsenal goalkeeper Zion Suzuki made his first appearance for the team. Villa, who have undergone significant changes in the summer transfer window, struggle to match the intensity of their previous season's Europa League-winning squad. The match served as a critical test for Arsenal, with their next match against London rivals Chelsea looming.
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