Arsenal travels up north to take on Aston Villa this Saturday and they will be hoping to make it back-to-back victories at the start of the 2024/25 Premier League campaign.
The Gunners kicked off the new season with a strong start, defeating Wolves on the opening weekend. However, their trip to the West Midlands marks the beginning of a series of significant early challenges on their schedule.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, secured a dramatic late victory against West Ham in the capital, aiming for consecutive top-four finishes after a summer of heavy spending in the transfer market.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal live stream, TV channel in Canada
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in Canada:
- TV channel: —
- Live stream: Fubo Canada
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What time does Aston Villa vs. Arsenal kick off in Canada?
This Premier League clash takes place at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, and kicks off on Saturday, August 24 at 5:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates across Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Sat, Aug. 24 | 12:30 p.m |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Aug. 24 | 11:30 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Aug. 24 | 10:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Aug. 24 | 9:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Aug. 24 | 8:30 a.m. |
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal lineups, team news
Despite his limited participation in preseason training, Ollie Watkins led the line for Villa but only lasted 62 minutes as Emery managed his game time. He will hope for longer against Arsenal.
Amadou Onana made his debut for the Villans against West Ham, and what a debut it was as he powerfully headed home to give his side the lead. He keeps his place in an unchanged lineup.
Aston Villa predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Martinez — Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne — Onana, Tielemans — Bailey, Rogers, McGinn — Watkins
Injured: Kamara, Mings, Olsen
Suspended: N/A
Arteta said that Declan Rice was withdrawn against Wolves due to a cramp in his leg, but he is fit to start alongside Thomas Partey and Martin Odegaard in midfield.
Riccardo Calafiori has to wait for his first Premier League start as the Gunners boss sticks with his trusted partnership of Gabriel and William Saliba. Jurrien Timber gets the nod at left-back.
Arsenal predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber — Odegaard, Partey, Rice — Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
Injured: Tomiyasu, Tierney, Vieira
Suspended: N/A
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said that Declan Rice was withdrawn due to a cramp in his leg on the opening day of the season, so he should be fit to start alongside Thomas Partey and Martin Odegaard in midfield.
Riccardo Calafiori may have to wait for his first Premier League start as the Gunners boss chose his trusted partnership of Gabriel and William Saliba at the back. That may continue as the Italian adjusts to life in England's top-flight.
The Gunners are negotiating a move for Mikel Merino, but it’s unlikely that any deal finalized before the weekend will see him feature in this match. Eddie Nketiah might also miss out due to the growing interest in his services.
Arteta is expected to keep faith in the starting eleven from last game. With Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney sidelined with injuries, Fabio Vieira might make a comeback to the squad if he recovers from his hip problem.
Arsenal predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber — Odegaard, Partey, Rice — Saka, Havertz, Martinelli.
Injured: Tomiyasu, Tierney, Vieira
Suspended: N/A
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal prediction
Both teams have hit the ground running, so a draw seems like a fair bet. Everyone involved would likely be content with a 1-1 result.
Since 2012, these two teams haven't drawn, playing 18 matches without a stalemate. Aston Villa's double last season snapped a four-game losing streak against the Gunners.
Emery, known for his success in knockout tournaments, has demonstrated a knack for outsmarting opponents with his strategic and meticulous game plans. The Gunners fell prey to this tactical acumen last season and will now need to prove they can adapt and overcome, which makes it an even more exciting watch.
Prediction: Aston Villa 1-1 Arsenal
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