In a repeat of the 2023 Champions League final, Manchester City is set to face Inter Milan in the new-look league phase of the competition. UEFA hopes the revamped format will provide a more exciting first stage, with all 36 teams forming a single league. Liverpool will also host holders Real Madrid and Arsenal will face PSG and Inter while Celtic will travel to Borussia Dortmund and Aston Villa. The top eight teams will advance directly to the last 16 while the remaining eight spots will be decided through play-offs.
After a commanding 2-0 win against Aston Villa, manager Mikel Arteta and the Gunners are now turning their attention to the transfer market. Arsenal are close to finalizing a £34 million move for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, who has been a top target for Arteta. In addition, the club is also looking to add another attacking player before the window closes, with the likes of Ademola Lookman and Nico Williams being linked. Stay tuned for all the latest updates as Arsenal looks to strengthen their squad before Friday's deadline.
In a thrilling Premier League match, Arsenal emerged victorious with a 2-0 win over Aston Villa thanks to second-half goals from Leandro Trossard and Thomas Partey. This win maintains Arsenal's perfect start to the season, with Villa unable to replicate their previous success against the Gunners. Despite Villa having multiple chances, Arsenal's defense held strong to secure the win.
Arsenal has reportedly secured a £33m deal for midfielder Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad as a potential replacement for the injured Gabriel Jesus. The London club is also eyeing Nico Williams from Athletico Bilbao as a target for a wide player. Nottingham Forest is also in the mix, with reports of finalizing a deal to sign Arsenal's Eddie Nketiah. Stay updated with the latest transfer news by following our live blog for exclusive updates and free bets. Manager Mikel Arteta expressed concern for Jesus' injury and mentioned the need for an MRI scan to determine the severity of the issue.
After suffering two painful losses to Aston Villa last year, Arsenal came back with a vengeance today. Although the Gunners had to work hard for it, their determination paid off with a goal from Leandro Trossard and a strike from Thomas Partey, securing the much-needed points in their victory at Villa Park. The team's win also showcased the brilliance of goalkeeper David Raya, who helped defend their hard-fought lead.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has chosen to stick with the same starting line-up that beat West Ham on the opening weekend. This includes Ollie Watkins, who will receive support from Morgan Rogers, John McGinn and Leon Bailey. Amadou Onana and Youri Tielemans will make up the double pivot, while Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, and Lucas Digne make up the defence in front of Emi Martinez in goal. Stay updated on all the action and analysis with our live match updates and newsletters.
Mikel Arteta's side continued their dominant start to the Premier League season with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa. Despite being the underdogs going into the match, Arsenal were able to weather the storm and come away with three points thanks to second-half goals by Leandro Trossard and Thomas Partey. This win keeps Arsenal on track for another serious title challenge as Villa's missed opportunities cost them dearly.
In a highly anticipated rematch, Arsenal came out on top against Aston Villa with goals from Leandro Trossard and Thomas Partey. The Gunners dominated the match from the start, with former Villa player Emi Martinez making crucial saves for the home side. Despite Villa's best efforts, it was a clinical performance from Arsenal with Trossard scoring with his first touch and Partey adding a second in the second half. The win puts Arsenal in a strong position for their upcoming season in Europe.
Arsenal secured an impressive victory against Aston Villa in a high-stakes game at Villa Park. After a nail-biting first half, both teams missed key opportunities to take the lead. However, a blunder from Villa's goalkeeper and a vital save from Arsenal's David Raya sealed the Gunners' victory. With the help of substitute Leandro Trossard and a goal from Thomas Partey, Arsenal was able to overcome last season's struggles against Villa. Tune in after the game to rate the players and see the average score from all submissions by BBC Sport users.
French winger Moussa Diaby has left Aston Villa and signed a five-year contract with Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. The player helped his former club secure a spot in the Champions League last season with his impressive stats of 10 goals and nine assists. His transfer fee was not disclosed but Al-Ittihad's CEO believes that Diaby is one of the best wingers globally and will greatly benefit their team. The club, which already boasts the likes of Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kanté, aims to win their tenth Saudi league title this upcoming season.