Aston Villa v Arsenal

Aston Villa v Arsenal
Premier League 2025/26
Fixture Date – Saturday 6 December 2025
Kick-off – 3pm
Villa Park, Birmingham

Here’s a detailed history ahead of Aston Villa vs Arsenal at Villa Park on 6 December 2025:

All-time Rivalry at a Glance

• In total, the clubs have met 205 times across all competitive competitions.

• Arsenal lead the series with 88 wins, compared to 71 for Villa and 46 draws

Premier League / First Division Record

• Since the league’s inception, Villa vs Arsenal matches have been a staple fixture, featuring many memorable encounters.

• Arsenal won 19 of the last 32 matches, Villa 8, with 5 draws.

• Though in the most recent five Premier League meetings, the record stands at W2-D1-L2 in Arsenal’s favour, with a tight goal difference of +1

Recent Clashes of Note:

These matches highlight how competitive this fixture remains—though Arsenal historically dominate, recent results have swung both ways.

Date	Home	Score	Competition
Aug‑24	Villa	0‑2	Premier League – Gunners won via Trossard & Partey
Dec‑23	Villa	1‑0	Premier League – Villa earned a surprise win
Apr‑24	Arsenal	0‑2	Premier League – Villa claimed a crucial away victory

Classic Moments

• In the 19th century through mid-20th, the teams often traded wins in the First Division, notable victories including Villa’s 7‑1 demolition of Arsenal in 1935 at Villa Park

• Memorable FA Cup and League Cup ties have punctuated the rivalry, including a Villa win in the 1974 FA Cup and Arsenal’s 4‑0 FA Cup final win in May 2015

What to Watch This Time

• Home advantage: Historically, matches at Villa Park are tightly contested; recent home wins by Villa show how dangerous they can be.

• Current form: With both teams fluctuating in recent seasons, the outcome often hinges on defensive solidity and finishing quality.

• Tactical matchups: Managers deploy contrasting styles—Arteta’s fluid, possession-based setup vs Villa’s more direct, counter-attacking game plan.

Summary

• Arsenal have the edge overall, but Villa have closed the gap in recent seasons.

• Numerous high-stakes, era-defining matches—including giant wins, Cup finals, and unexpected results—paint this fixture as one of the Premier League’s most enduring and unpredictable.

• Expect a high-energy battle on 6 December: history favours the Gunners, but Villa’s form and home confidence make this a potential classic.

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