Result

Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0 in a Premier League Matchweek 2 clash at Villa Park in Birmingham on 31 August 2026.

Goals

No goals (Home); Bukayo Saka 59' (Away).

Match report

Arsenal made the breakthrough just before the hour mark when Cristhian Mosquera fed Eberechi Eze, who slid Riccardo Calafiori down the left. The Italian cut the ball back for Bukayo Saka to steal in front of Ian Maatsen and beat Zion Suzuki from close range. It was a physically demanding contest with little space for either side, and Arsenal slowed the tempo after taking the lead to see out the win. David Raya did not face a shot on target as the Gunners extended their unbeaten start to the season. Watch the full Aston Villa vs Arsenal highlights and every goal above.

People also ask

Who scored in Aston Villa vs Arsenal?

Bukayo Saka scored the only goal of the match in the 59th minute for Arsenal, with Aston Villa failing to find the net.

What was the final score of Aston Villa vs Arsenal?

Arsenal won 1-0 away at Aston Villa in Matchweek 2 of the 2026-27 Premier League season.

Where was Aston Villa vs Arsenal played?

The match was played at Villa Park in Birmingham on 31 August 2026.