Aston Villa vs Arsenal Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match

Aston Villa host Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham on 31 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 2. Both clubs come into this early-season fixture from contrasting opening results: Aston Villa sit 20th after a heavy defeat, while Arsenal occupy 2nd place following a convincing win. With the league table beginning to take shape, this clash already carries weight for both ends of the standings and will draw plenty of interest from fans looking into detailed Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats.

From a standings perspective, Aston Villa have played one match, losing 4-0 away, leaving them on 0 points with a goal difference of -4 and no goals scored. Arsenal, by contrast, opened their campaign with a 3-0 home victory, collecting 3 points and a goal difference of +3. The Premier League context adds further edge: Villa are currently in the relegation zone, while Arsenal are tracking towards the Champions League places. That backdrop, combined with the historic Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats, sets up a compelling narrative ahead of this Villa Park encounter.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive recent series between Aston Villa and Arsenal in the Premier League, with both sides having enjoyed notable results.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Aston Villa wins: 2
• Draws: 1
• Arsenal wins: 2

Aston Villa vs Arsenal Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Aston Villa vs Arsenal timeline from the available recent Premier League fixtures, the rivalry has swung back and forth in terms of momentum. The earliest match in this sequence came on 14 April 2024 at Emirates Stadium in the 2023 Premier League season (Regular Season - 33), where Arsenal hosted Aston Villa and were beaten 0-2. That away victory for Villa at one of the division’s toughest grounds underlined their capacity to unsettle Arsenal in high-pressure situations.

The next chapter arrived on 24 August 2024 at Villa Park in the 2024 Premier League season (Regular Season - 2). This time Aston Villa had home advantage, but Arsenal responded strongly, winning 0-2 in Birmingham. That result immediately reversed the previous pattern, showing Arsenal’s ability to control proceedings both home and away. On 18 January 2025, the sides met again at Emirates Stadium in the 2024 Premier League season (Regular Season - 22), producing a 2-2 draw. Arsenal led 1-0 at half-time, but Aston Villa found a way back, and the shared points highlighted how finely balanced these contests can be.

The balance continued to shift in the 2025 Premier League season. On 6 December 2025 at Villa Park (Regular Season - 15), Aston Villa edged a 2-1 home win after leading 1-0 at half-time, reasserting their strength in Birmingham and once again denting Arsenal’s ambitions. However, on 30 December 2025 at Emirates Stadium (Regular Season - 19), Arsenal produced the most decisive scoreline in this run, beating Aston Villa 4-1 after a goalless first half. That emphatic home success re-established Arsenal’s authority and adds an important marker in the Aston Villa vs Arsenal timeline heading into the 2026 meeting.

Aston Villa vs Arsenal Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers across these five Premier League fixtures underline how closely matched the sides have been overall, despite some lopsided individual scorelines.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Aston Villa 7 - 9 Arsenal
• Average Goals per Match: Aston Villa 1.40 vs Arsenal 1.80

Venue Split Performance:

• At Villa Park: 2 matches played here — Aston Villa won 1 (as home side), Arsenal won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Emirates Stadium: 3 matches played here — Arsenal won 1 (as home side), Aston Villa won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Aston Villa vs Arsenal Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Aston Villa vs Arsenal last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 30 December 2025: Arsenal 4-1 Aston Villa (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League
• 6 December 2025: Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
• 18 January 2025: Arsenal 2-2 Aston Villa (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
• 24 August 2024: Aston Villa 0-2 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League
• 14 April 2024: Arsenal 0-2 Aston Villa (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Aston Villa Matches Results and Stats

For Aston Villa, the available numbers refer to their Premier League 2026 season to date. They have played one match, losing 4-0 away, leaving them with no points and no goals scored. Offensively, Villa are yet to find the net, while defensively they have conceded four goals, reflecting a difficult start. The side has failed to keep a clean sheet and has also failed to score, highlighting the need for a reaction at Villa Park against Arsenal.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 0, Lose 1

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

Arsenal’s recent measurable form also comes from their Premier League 2026 season to date. They have played one match, winning 3-0 at home, starting with maximum points and a strong goal difference. Arsenal have scored three goals while conceding none, combining a productive attack with a solid defence and one clean sheet. That performance continues a pattern of control that aligns with their high league position heading into the trip to Villa Park.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the five most recent Premier League meetings, the Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats depict a finely balanced rivalry: two wins each and one draw, with Arsenal holding a slight edge in total goals (9 to 7). The venue split shows no clear dominance either, with both clubs having won once at Villa Park and once at Emirates Stadium, plus a single draw in London. Recent league form for the 2026 season, however, tilts towards Arsenal, who come into this match off a 3-0 victory and a clean sheet, while Aston Villa are looking to respond after a 4-0 defeat. Historically, Villa have shown they can win both home and away against Arsenal, but the current statistical indicators point to Arsenal arriving in stronger early-season shape, setting up a contest where the visitors carry the momentum but cannot afford to underestimate a Villa side that has previously taken significant results from this fixture.

Aston Villa vs Arsenal H2H Statistics updated on 26 August 2026.