The big games keep on coming in the Premier League after this week’s already enthralling action.
Title-chasing Arsenal host an Aston Villa side eager to climb the table and make their play for a second consecutive top-four finish.
It is all set to be another hugely entertaining affair at the Emirates Stadium, so make sure to read on for betFIRST’s full match preview, complete with the latest football odds.
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Arsenal vs Aston Villa Preview
After demoralising cup defeats to Newcastle and Manchester United, Arsenal bounced back with a crucial 2-1 win over Tottenham in the North London derby.
The result means the gap to Liverpool at the top is now just four points, placing extra emphasis on this match.
Villa will likely pose a bigger threat at the Emirates than an injury-depleted Spurs side, especially after their 1-0 victory at Everton on Wednesday evening.
That arrested a worrying slump in form on the road, with the previous five away matches all ending in defeat.
With Ollie Watkins, Morgan Rogers and Jhon Duran completing a formidable and deep attacking unit for Unai Emery, Arsenal’s defenders will have to be on their game.
And up front, Mikel Arteta needs his side to convert chances with more authority, otherwise Villa’s own attacking stars should be on hand to punish those mistakes in front of goal.
The Gunners missed several opportunities in the win over Spurs, with Kai Havertz and Raheem Sterling looking bereft of confidence in the opposition’s penalty area.
That needs to change if Arsenal are to get revenge for last season’s encounter, which saw Villa leave the Emirates with a 2-0 victory, a result which ultimately cost the North Londoners the title.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Hosts Arsenal open as huge favourites to claim victory here at odds of 1.50. Villa are priced at 6.75, while the draw is 4.65.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa Betting Tips
Ollie Watkins to score anytime @ 3.60
While Watkins has been guilty of missing a number of big chances this season, he still has nine Premier League goals, including Wednesday’s winner against Everton. The Englishman also scored the crucial second goal at the Emirates last term and Arsenal will be well aware of the all-round threat he poses.
Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.83
But Arsenal should also get themselves on the scoresheet. Villa have conceded 32 goals in the top-flight, with their risky style when playing out from the back sometimes paving the way for crucial mistakes – especially against high-pressing teams like Arsenal!
Arsenal to win by 1 goal @ 3.40
With the above in mind, we can see the Gunners eventually claiming another vital win on home soil. A repeat of the 2-1 win over Spurs, perhaps even with Watkins netting the opener, seems the most logical outcome to us.
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