Beijing time on August 25, 00:30 a.m., the second round of the new season of the Premier League will usher in a high-profile duel, Arsenal will be away to challenge the
Aston Villa
As one of the favorites to win the Premier League in the new season, Arsenal showed their good performance and determination to win the title with a 2:0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the first round of the tournament. The match against Aston Villa will be a real test for Arsenal, especially against the backdrop of the double murder by Aston Villa last season, which will add more colors of revenge.
In order to ensure the momentum of winning streak in the new season, Coach Arteta will undoubtedly send his strongest lineup to face the game. In goal, Arsenal will rely on the solid performance of star keeper David Raya, while in the backline, Arteta will follow his usual 4-back system, with Ben White, Saliba, Gabriel and newcomer Timber constructing a solid defense. In the midfield, England international Rice and Africa's Thomas Partey will play as a double back, while the team's midfield commander Eudegarde is responsible for organizing the attack and leading the team's offensive.
Up front, Arteta will lean on the impact of German striker Havertz, while England empire star Saka and Belgian international Trossard will form a trident that will work together to destroy the city for Arsenal. Brazilian winger Jesus, on the other hand, is likely to be on standby as a back-up.
Arsenal's expected starting lineup against Aston Villa is as follows: goalkeeper David Raya; defenders Ben White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timberlake; midfielders Rice, Thomas Partey, Ödgöl; forwards Havertz, Trossard, Saka.
