Villa and Emery Face Growing Challenges Ahead of Arsenal Clash
A rag‑tag Aston Villa side looked completely out of sorts when they faced Brighton at the Amex Stadium, and now the club’s problems are mounting as they prepare to host the league champions, Arsenal, at Villa Park on Monday night. Unai Emery, who arrived at Villa with a Europa League‑winning pedigree, has seen his squad stripped down during the summer transfer window, leaving the manager with a …
Aug. 25, 2026, 8 a.m.