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Aston Villa vs Arsenal prediction: How will Premier League fixture play out tonight?

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang inspired Arsenal in victory over Manchester City but faces an uncertain future: EPA
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang inspired Arsenal in victory over Manchester City but faces an uncertain future: EPA

Arsenal look to continue their resurgence under Mikel Arteta at Aston Villa, who are fighting for Premier League survival.

The Gunners were outstanding at Wembley on Saturday to defeat Manchester City and advance to the FA Cup final.

The win consolidated the improvement under the Spaniard after defeating Liverpool in the league days earlier.

Dean Smith's side are desperate for points though, with time quickly running out to avoid a return to the Championship, and a win is almost essential to their dwindling hopes.

Here is our prediction for the game at Villa Park.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang inspired Arsenal in victory over Manchester City but faces an uncertain future (EPA)
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang inspired Arsenal in victory over Manchester City but faces an uncertain future (EPA)

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When is the game?

The match kicks off at 20:15, Tuesday 21 June at Villa Park.

How can I watch the game online and on TV?

The game will be available to watch live on Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Ultra HD. Coverage starts at the conclusion of Watford vs Man City.

If you’re not a Sky customer you can grab a NOWTV Day Pass here to watch without a subscription.

Confirmed line-ups

Aston Villa XI: Reina; Elmohamady, Konsa, Mings, Targett; McGinn, Luiz, Hourihane; Trezeguet, Samatta, Grealish

Arsenal XI: Martinez, Holding, Luiz, Kolasinac, Cedric, Ceballos, Torreira, Saka, Nketiah, Lacazette, Aubameyang

Prediction

Villa need this more than Arsenal, despite their form, but the Gunners have depth and great attacking talent to score here. The hosts survive here and take a point, though it remain unclear whether that will be enough to prolong their hopes of remaining in the top tier for another season. 1-1.