Overview
- Emi Buendia scored a 95th‑minute winner in Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory, cutting Arsenal’s advantage to two points over Manchester City and leaving Villa three back.
- Defensive absences remain pivotal, with reports that Cristhian Mosquera will miss weeks and William Saliba is close to returning as pundits stress Gabriel and Saliba’s importance.
- A post-match flashpoint was reported between Declan Rice and captain Martin Odegaard over a challenge in the buildup to the winner, reflecting frustration inside the squad.
- After five games in 14 days, analysts urge rest and rotation, with Arsenal set to visit Club Brugge in the Champions League before hosting bottom-placed Wolves.
- Opta’s model still gives Arsenal the highest title chance at about 72%, with City near 19% and Villa around 6% as Unai Emery’s side ride a five-match league winning run.