Losing to Aston Villa twice played a major role in Arsenal falling short in last season's Premier League title race, and manager Mikel Arteta does not want to take Unai Emery's side for granted despite a win at Villa Park in August.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Aston Villa (kick-off 17:30). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Arsenal head into their Premier League fixture against Aston Villa this weekend with no fresh injury concerns and the potential return of Riccardo Calafiori.Mikel Arteta expressed optimism over the

Arsenal are aiming to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool this Saturday when they face Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners will need a favour from Brentford earlier in the day if they are to edge closer to Liverpool in the table,

They have not lost consecutive home league games against Aston Villa since their first two meetings in the Premier League.

The Gunners head into the game following a morale-boosting 2-1 victory over rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Arsenal take on Aston Villa on Saturday evening for a huge Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium. talkSPORT have teamed up with Betfred to bring readers a special Bet Builder for Saturday

Arsenal host Aston Villa on Saturday with Mikel Arteta's side on a long unbeaten run and hoping to keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool. They are now just four points behind Liverpool (who have a game in-hand) heading into this weekend.

Gunners writers decide how they think Mikel Arteta should line his side up for their Premier League clash against Aston Villa

London: Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya believes his title-chasing side can catch Liverpool after closing the gap on the Premier League leaders. Mikel Arteta’s second-placed side moved within four points of Liverpool thanks to their stirring fightback in Wednesday’s 2-1 win against arch rivals Tottenham.