The Villans come in on the back of a club record 11 consecutive wins in all competitions, leaving a trail of fallen teams including Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal, who they defeated 2-1 at Villa Park in the reverse fixture earlier in December thanks to a dramatic late goal from Emiliano Buendía.

Dua Lipa, known for her chart-topping hits and vibrant performances, was spotted enjoying the Arsenal vs. Aston Villa match from the stands. The Premier League, famous for its passionate fans and high-stakes matches,

Arsenal and set pieces appearing in the same sentence rarely come as a surprise, but their effectiveness in this area continues to set them apart. The Gunners faced Aston Villa in their final game of 2025,

An emphatic win over a title rival answered many of the questions that had been bubbling up around Mikel Arteta's side