Arsenal vs Aston Villa prediction 30.12.2025 | Premier League

Christmas came and went with the Gunners sitting at the summit for the third consecutive season. Historically, that position hasn’t always lasted, finishing second in the previous two campaigns, but with this squad, expectations are higher.

There’s little room for error with Man City breathing down their neck just two points behind, so every game matters. Arteta’s men have struggled a little against Villa recently, failing to win in the last two encounters (a loss and a draw), yet their current form offers optimism. Four consecutive Premier League wins have given supporters reason to believe in a positive outcome here.

Up front, Viktor Gyökeres has been quiet, netting just once in his last five outings, but he’s expected to start alongside Saka and Trossard.

Gabriel Magalhães came off the bench against Brighton after a short injury spell, so it’s possible his partnership with Saliba is back on Tuesday.

The season began shakily for Villa, with five games without a win and just a single goal early on, prompting whispers about Emery’s future.

Yet the Lions quickly turned things around, stringing together a five-match winning streak and showing resilience in defeats to Go Ahead Eagles and Liverpool. Currently, Aston Villa have rattled off eleven wins in a row, including notable victories over Brighton, Arsenal, and Manchester United.

Saturday’s win at Stamford Bridge, coming from behind to beat Chelsea, showcased their mental strength, with Watkins scoring a decisive brace off the bench. He’s likely pushing to reclaim a starting spot.

Tyrone Mings remains out after 14 games with a thigh injury, while Boubacar Kamara is suspended after picking up his fifth booking of the campaign last time out.