Jurrien Timber missed Arsenal’s win against Brighton (Picture: Getty)Mikel Arteta is hoping to welcome back key defensive reinforcements when Arsenal host Aston Villa in a Premier League top-of-the-table clash tonight. Get personalised updates on Aston Villa every day Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro’s Football Newsletter. Arsenal XI to face Aston Villa – Metro predictionIf there is to be any tinkering with Arsenal’s lineup, it could come in the final third as Arteta looks to inject some attacking verve into his side. Arsenal vs Aston Villa kick-off time, TV channel and live streamArsenal vs Aston Villa kicks off today (Tuesday 30 December) at 8.15pm. Arrow MORE: ‘They were very interested’ – Bayern Munich star reveals why he snubbed Arsenal transferArrow MORE: Chelsea vs Bournemouth: Predicted lineup today and confirmed team newsArrow MORE: Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool make phone calls to discuss £84m transfer target

Source: Metro December 30, 2025 14:41 UTC