The race for the Premier League title took a twist in midweek after Liverpool dropped points in midweek and Arsenal capitalised by winning the north London derby.

The Gunners head into the game following a morale-boosting 2-1 victory over rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Arsenal host Aston Villa on Saturday with Mikel Arteta's side on a long unbeaten run and hoping to keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool. They are now just four points behind Liverpool (who have a game in-hand) heading into this weekend.

Arsenal closed the gap on Premier League leader Liverpool to four points after a 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta’s team took advantage of Liverpool’s draw with Nottingham Forest on Tuesday,

Predicted Arsenal XI to face Aston Villa. Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Sterling, Havertz, Martinelli. Where to watch Arsenal vs Aston Villa