Arsenal are heading into this match on a bit of a mixed run, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five games. Aston Villa’s recent form is very similar, also with two wins, two losses, and a draw. It’s hard to say either team is in great shape, but neither is struggling badly either. Recent meetings between these two have been high-scoring affairs, with the last five matches all having three or more goals. That suggests this could be an open game with chances at both ends.

Playing at the Emirates Stadium gives Arsenal a slight edge, and they’ve won the last two times they’ve hosted Villa. Given the teams look closely matched and both have been a bit inconsistent, this feels like a tight game. It’s tough to pick a clear winner, so a draw seems a very likely outcome.