Aston Villa vs Arsenal Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before August 31 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. The fixture brings together a home side sitting 20th after a heavy opening defeat and an Arsenal team already up in 2nd place, aiming to consolidate an early title challenge. In this context, Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats take on added importance as both clubs look to define their trajectories in the 2026 campaign.

Aston Villa enter this match with 0 points, a goal difference of -4, and no goals scored so far, while Arsenal arrive on the back of a 3-0 home win that has them on 3 points with a +3 goal difference. With Villa yet to play at home this season and Arsenal yet to travel away, this early-season clash at Villa Park will be a key indicator of how both sides cope with their contrasting starts and how the historical Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats might translate into this new season.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent head-to-head series that has been competitive, with both Aston Villa and Arsenal taking turns to dominate specific fixtures.

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 over the most recent Premier League meetings, the pattern has swung back and forth between the two clubs. On 14 April 2024 in the Premier League Regular Season - 33 at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal were beaten 0-2 at home by Aston Villa after a goalless first half, underlining Villa’s capacity to deliver big away performances.

That result was followed by another strong Aston Villa display on 24 August 2024 at Villa Park in the Premier League Regular Season - 2. After a 0-0 first half, Aston Villa again kept things tight but this time Arsenal responded, winning 0-2 away to level the balance in this rivalry phase. The next chapter came on 18 January 2025 at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League Regular Season - 22, where Arsenal led 1-0 at half-time but Aston Villa fought back to secure a 2-2 draw, showing their resilience on the road in North London.

The Aston Villa vs Arsenal timeline then shifted decisively towards each home side in the 2025 Premier League season. On 6 December 2025 at Villa Park in the Premier League Regular Season - 15, Aston Villa edged a 2-1 home win after leading 1-0 at half-time, reinforcing Villa Park as a difficult venue for Arsenal. However, on 30 December 2025 at Emirates Stadium in the Premier League Regular Season - 19, Arsenal responded emphatically with a 4-1 home victory, turning a 0-0 half-time scoreline into a dominant second-half performance. Across these fixtures, the rivalry has been defined by tactical swings and strong home showings, with only one draw in the sequence.

Aston Villa vs Arsenal Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats from these recent clashes underline how finely balanced the matchup has been in terms of results, while showing a slight edge for Arsenal in goals scored.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Aston Villa 7 - 10 Arsenal
Average Goals per Match: Aston Villa 1.40 vs Arsenal 2.00

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 2 (as home side), Aston Villa won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

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 relevant numbers come from their Premier League 2026 season to date. Villa have played 1 match so far, losing it away and conceding 4 goals without scoring. Their overall record is 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 defeat, with an average of 0.0 goals scored per game and 4.0 conceded. They have yet to keep a clean sheet and have already failed to score once, underlining early defensive vulnerabilities and attacking struggles heading into this clash at Villa Park.

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

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

Arsenal’s form profile in the Premier League 2026 season to date is the mirror opposite. They have played 1 match, winning it 3-0 at home, giving them 1 win, 0 draws, and 0 defeats. Arsenal are averaging 3.0 goals scored per game and have yet to concede, backed by one clean sheet and no matches without scoring. With a positive early goal difference and a solid defensive base, Arsenal travel to Villa Park with momentum and a statistical platform that suggests confidence in both attack and defence.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the most recent five head-to-head meetings, Aston Villa and Arsenal are level on wins but Arsenal hold a 10-7 advantage in goals and have been particularly strong at Emirates Stadium. The venue split shows no draws and a slight tilt towards home success, with Villa and Arsenal each winning once at Villa Park and Arsenal edging the record in London. Coming into the 31 August 2026 fixture, Aston Villa’s season-to-date numbers reflect defensive frailty and a lack of cutting edge, while Arsenal arrive with a convincing win, a clean sheet, and strong attacking output. Overall, the historical Aston Villa vs Arsenal stats, combined with current league form, suggest Arsenal carry the stronger statistical profile, though Villa’s past ability to win both home and away in this matchup means the hosts cannot be discounted at Villa Park.

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