Aston Villa vs Arsenal – Premier League: Live score, lineups and updates

Aston Villa vs Arsenal, LIVE: Follow all the action from Villa Park as both sides try to revive European hopes following mid-week Premier League defeats

Aston Villa and Arsenal will both be hoping to return to winning ways when they go head-to-head in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

In the opening fixture of the weekend’s action Villa sit ninth – one position and point above their opponent. Dean Smith’s side lost 3-1 at home to West Ham on Wednesday, while Arsenal lost 2-1 at Wolves on Tuesday and also had two men sent off.

Follow Sportmail’s DAN RIPLEY for live EPL coverage of Aston Villa vs Arsenal, including scores, lineups and build up. Kick-off is at 12.30pm.