Arsenal travels to Villa Park this weekend for a crucial clash against Aston Villa. Both teams won their first EPL games and will look to grab a second win in this fixture. Our Aston Villa vs. Arsenal predictions preview the game.
The second round of the Premier League will feature a clash of two teams participating in the Champions League this season, which promises a tough battle.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | English Premier League season 2024-25, Matchday 2 |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Villa Park, Birmingham, England |
| 🗓️ Date: | 24 August 2024 |
| ⏰ Time: | 4:30 p.m. GMT on Saturday |
The best soccer betting sites have delivered game odds for this contest. Aston Villa have odds of 4.00 (3/1) to secure a win. Arsenal have odds of 1.85 (5/6) to win this clash. Aston Villa vs Arsenal odds for a draw are 3.80 (11/4).
Aston Villa won both EPL games against the Gunners last season. Prior to both defeats, Arsenal had won the previous three encounters. Overall, the Gunners hold a solid lead against Villa, winning 33 games in the Premier League, losing 11 and drawing 14 games.
Aston Villa’s preseason results were mixed, with the team securing three victories in seven matches. Despite their poor preseason, Villa emerged victorious against West Ham United in their first EPL game.
Onana opened the scoring in this game. Despite West Ham equalizing through a Paqueta penalty, Duran clinched the win for Villa with a decisive goal in the 79th minute. Unai Emery has a fit squad and will be eager to face Arsenal again. They did the double over the Gunners last season and will again fancy their chances. You can bet on Aston Villa for the win at odds of 4.00 (3/1).
Kamara and Mings are unavailable after picking up long-term injuries. Goalkeeper Olsen is also out.
Arsenal played much of their preseason games without their established stars. However, they still managed to get better results than the Villans. The Gunners played five preseason matches, winning four of those games.
The Gunners carried this momentum into their Premier League opener, kicking off their campaign with a stylish 2-0 home triumph over Wolves. The match showcased the exciting partnership between Havertz and Saka. Havertz opened the scoring, benefiting from Saka’s cross. The roles were reversed for the second goal, with Saka finding the net courtesy of Havertz’s assist. Given their quality, Arsenal 2024 odds firmly position them as potential winners of the Premier League this season.
Arsenal will be without Tomiyasu and Tierney. Rice was substituted in the previous match due to leg cramps, but he is expected to feature in this game.
Here are our Aston Villa vs Arsenal betting predictions:
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While Aston Villa secured two victories last season, the Gunners have proven themselves superior overall. Arsenal’s defensive prowess was evident, conceding 29 goals across 38 league matches. They’ve since bolstered their already formidable backline with the purchase of Calafiori. In their most recent clash, Arsenal demonstrated clear dominance despite struggling to capitalize on their opportunities.
Arsenal recorded 18 total shots, two big chances, and an expected goal (xG) of 1.64 compared to Villa’s 0.94. Despite this commanding performance, the Gunners fell short of securing the win. Arsenal are in a stronger position, with most of their key players fit and available. Given these factors, we anticipate an Arsenal victory in their upcoming encounter with Aston Villa.
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It may seem improbable to suggest that Aston Villa will fail to find the net, but this scenario is likely in this game. Arsenal’s recent away form in the Premier League has been impressive. They are on a nine-game unbeaten streak and have conceded three goals during this run. The Gunners will undoubtedly approach this match with the memory of their last encounter against Villa fresh in their minds. This recollection should ensure Arsenal maintains high focus and discipline throughout the contest. Given these factors, our prediction leans towards a one-sided scoring affair.
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There were expectations that Saka would take some time before hitting top form this season. However, his performance against Wolves has put such suggestions to bed. The Englishman got a goal and an assist in their last EPL game, ensuring Arsenal grabbed the maximum points. Given his importance to the team, Saka is expected to start against Villa encounter. If you are searching for a likely goal scorer in this encounter, look no further than starboy Saka.
Here are our Aston Villa vs Arsenal betting picks:
We expect Arsenal to secure victory in this clash. Ensure you use our Aston Villa vs Arsenal betting tips to place smart wagers ahead of this game.
