3 d. ago Unai Emery says Aston Villa are ‘not top five contenders’ in bizarre interview

Villa could have climbed above Manchester City and cut the gap on leaders Arsenal to four points with victory over Everton

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3 d. ago Aston Villa blow big chance as Everton do Arsenal favour in Premier League title race

ASTON VILLA 0-1 EVERTON: Unai Emery's side had the chance to go within four points of Arsenal but a goal from Thierno Barry ended their run of 11 consecutive wins at Villa Park

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4 d. ago Man City next five fixtures compared to Arsenal and Aston Villa after Man United defeat

Second-half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu condemned Man City to a 2-0 Premier League defeat at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon.

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8 d. ago Man City next five fixtures compared to Arsenal and Aston Villa in Premier League title race

Man City have taken a two goal advantage into the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final and are back in Premier League action this weekend.

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1 week ago Thomas Frank ‘hurt’ after FA Cup exit but blames Ollie Watkins for late melee

Frank accused Watkins of sparking the full-time scuffle by provoking Joao Palhinha.

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1 week ago Pressure mounts on Thomas Frank as Tottenham dumped out of FA Cup by Aston Villa

Frank watched Spurs booed off again and lose for a fourth time in seven matches.

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1 week ago Arsenal, Man City and Aston Villa's next Premier League fixtures after title race twist

Manchester City and Aston Villa both dropped points this week thanks to respective draws with Brighton and Crystal Palace, gifting Arsenal a chance to extend their lead in the Premier League against Liverpool

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1 week ago Arsenal receive new 'worried' verdict as £105m worth of transfers sparks panic

Arsenal have opened up a lead atop the Premier League over Manchester City, but a former player fears their title rivals could be bolstered by a smart January window

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2 w. ago Man City next five fixtures compared to title rivals Arsenal and Aston Villa after Brighton draw

Pep Guardiola's side squandered the chance to close the gap at the top of the Premier League after dropping points against Brighton at home

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2 w. ago Arsenal, Man City and Aston Villa's next Premier League fixtures after late title twist

Manchester City dropped points for the second game running by conceding a 94th-minute equaliser at home to Chelsea, having missed a series of opportunities to put that match to bed.

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2 w. ago Man City next five fixtures compared to title rivals Arsenal and Aston Villa after Chelsea draw

Manchester City were close to putting pressure on Arsenal before Enzo Fernandez rescued a late point for Chelsea in stoppage time

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2 w. ago Arsenal's next five Premier League fixtures compared to title rivals after Bournemouth win

Arsenal strengthened their position at the top of the Premier League with a 3-2 victory at Bournemouth on Saturday evening with the Gunners now six points clear

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2 w. ago Arsenal: Mikel Arteta makes Ethan Nwaneri transfer decision as youngster is linked with Janaury loan move

Talented teenager did not make the matchday squad for Arsenal’s win over Aston Villa

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2 w. ago Mikel Arteta gives Declan Rice injury update with two Arsenal stars OUT of Bournemouth clash

Declan Rice missed Arsenal's win over Aston Villa a matter of days ago with a knee injury and has been battling to get back for their clash against Bournemouth on Saturday

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2 w. ago Declan Rice footage sparks worrying Arsenal injury concern after Mikel Arteta update given

Declan Rice missed Arsenal's 4-1 win over Aston Villa due to a knee injury picked up against Brighton and he could be a doubt for the weekend's game against AFC Bournemouth

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2 w. ago What I have learned from watching all 20 Premier League teams this season | John Brewin

Set pieces on the rise, fans transformed to customers and conspiracies seen in every decision – is football losing its fun?English football has always mirrored the passions, conflicts, identities and inequalities of the age. After the golden 1960s, the decay of the 1970s and ensuing disasters of the 1980s came the cap-sleeved, rebounding self-confidence of the 1990s. The 21st century so far has taken in globalisation and wanton commercialism. After that rabid, often reckless push for continued growth, society and the game alight on the uncertainties that encapsulated 2025.To catch the 20 Premier League clubs in live action this season, and this writer completed the full set on Tuesday witnessing Arsenal’s second-half demolition of Aston Villa, has been a study in that uncertainty. From the grumbling of fans, to the ever-fragile egos of managers, to players slugging through the gristle of 90 minutes of hard-pressing slog, a leading question comes to mind: is anyone actually still enj...

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3 w. ago Arsenal get clear referee verdict on Mikel Merino red card controversy vs Aston Villa

Arsenal beat title rivals Aston Villa 4-1 on Tuesday night, but were fortunate to keep Mikel Merino on the pitch when only two goals in front.

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3 w. ago Mikel Arteta says ‘sacrifices’ paying off in Arsenal’s title push

Arsenal head into the New Year at the top of the Premier League

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3 w. ago Martin Ødegaard relocates his missing rhythm to dictate Arsenal’s tempo again

Rejuvenated by his goal on Saturday and free from injuries that have disrupted his season, Arsenal’s captain led their destruction of VillaWhen Arsenal really needed Martin Ødegaard, the captain finally rediscovered his magic touch. Gabriel Magalhães had just opened the scoring against Aston Villa after a first half in which Mikel Arteta’s nervous side were struggling without the influential Declan Rice. Then it happened.Jadon Sancho was waiting to receive a pass from Youri Tielemens inside Villa’s half but, before the forward knew it, Ødegaard had pinched the ball and was haring towards Emiliano Martínez’s goal. A jink back on to his left foot fooled Tielemens and allowed Ødegaard to play through the perfect through ball for Martín Zubimendi to score the crucial second. It was the fifth goal or assist that Zubimendi has contributed to since he joined in the summer – the joint-best return of his club career – and the Spaniard’s impact was rightly hailed by a delighted Arteta. “Credi...

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3 w. ago Martin Ødegaard rediscovers his missing rhythm to dictate Arsenal’s tempo again

Rejuvenated by his goal on Saturday and free from injuries that have disrupted his season, Arsenal’s captain led their destruction of VillaWhen Arsenal really needed Martin Ødegaard, the captain finally rediscovered his magic touch. Gabriel Magalhães had just opened the scoring against Aston Villa after a first half in which Mikel Arteta’s nervous side were struggling without the influential Declan Rice. Then it happened.Jadon Sancho was waiting to receive a pass from Youri Tielemans inside Villa’s half but, before the forward knew it, Ødegaard had pinched the ball and was haring towards Emiliano Martínez’s goal. A jink back on to his left foot fooled Tielemans and allowed Ødegaard to play the perfect through ball for Martín Zubimendi to score the crucial second. It was the fifth goal or assist that Zubimendi has contributed since he joined in the summer – the joint-best return of his club career – and the Spaniard’s impact was rightly hailed by a delighted Arteta. “Credit to his te...

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