Arsenal’s Premier League campaign suffered a setback as they fell to a 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa in a thrilling match at Villa Park on Saturday evening. The loss marks a further stumble for the Gunners, who are looking to maintain their position at the top of the league table.
Aston Villa took the lead in the first half through Matty Cash in the 36th minute, sending the home crowd into raptures. Arsenal responded after the break, with Leandro Trossard equalizing in the 52nd minute, raising hopes of a comeback.
However, just as the match seemed destined for a draw, Emiliano Buendía struck a decisive blow for Aston Villa. In the fourth minute of added time, Buendía scored a dramatic late goal, securing all three points for the home side and leaving Arsenal reeling.
Despite the defeat, Arsenal remains at the top of the Premier League standings with 33 points. However, Aston Villa’s victory propels them into second place with 30 points, surpassing Manchester City by two points. The Gunners will need to regroup quickly after this unexpected loss.
Arsenal’s recent form has been inconsistent, having previously drawn 1-1 against Chelsea in the London derby during the thirteenth round of matches. The pressure is now on Mikel Arteta’s side to regain their momentum and maintain their title challenge. Aston Villa, on the other hand, will be buoyed by this impressive win and their climb up the league table.
