Arsenal travel to Villa Park on Monday to face Aston Villa in one of the biggest matches of Premier League Matchweek 2.
The Gunners enter the fixture as defending Premier League champions and will be hoping to maintain their perfect start.
Arsenal receive double fitness boost
Mikel Arteta has confirmed that new signings Bruno Guimarães and Ezri Konsa could be available for the trip to Aston Villa.
Guimarães has returned to training after missing the league opener because of a minor injury, while Konsa could face his former club following his move to Arsenal.
Villa face difficult test
Aston Villa will have home advantage but face an Arsenal side that began the season strongly.
The hosts will need to prevent Arsenal from controlling midfield and creating repeated opportunities around the penalty area.
Arsenal favourites
Several prediction models currently favour Arsenal, with one model giving the Gunners more than a 60% chance of victory.
However, Villa’s home advantage means Arsenal should not expect an easy game.
Prediction
Arsenal’s quality and early-season momentum give them the edge.
Prediction: Aston Villa 1-2 Arsenal
SportNexus verdict: Arsenal to win.