Arsenal vs Aston Villa. Predicted line-ups and latest news

Tomorrow, on the 14th of April, a pivotal match of the 33rd round of the English Premier League will take place, wherein one of the prime contenders for the championship, Arsenal, will host the collective, Aston Villa, vying for a spot in the Champions League zone.

• Arsenal vs Aston Villa prediction and betting tips on April 14, 2024

Following the draw between Liverpool and Manchester United, Arsenal has managed to reclaim the top spot in the league standings and will endeavor to maintain it in the championship race. The Gunners lead Jurgen Klopp's charges only by goal difference, with Manchester City closely trailing, trailing by just one point.

Aston Villa is contending with Tottenham for the fourth spot and the opportunity to compete in the Champions League next season. Prior to the start of the current round, both teams had an equal number of points, but Tottenham has a game in hand.

Several well-known resources, such as Sofascore, Besoccer, and Whoscored, have already put forth their conjectures regarding the possible starting lineups for each team. One of Europe's major telecommunication systems, Eurosport, has also weighed in.

First and foremost, it's worth noting that both teams have suffered losses ahead of the match, with Aston Villa bearing the brunt of them.

Arsenal will be without Jurrien Timber for this match. Missing from the Lions' lineup will be Emiliano Buendia, Douglas Luiz, Boubacar Kamara, Tyrone Mings, and Jacob Ramsey. Additionally, the participation of Matty Cash and Klement Langley remains uncertain.

Regarding Arsenal's starting lineup, sources have diverged in their opinions regarding players on the left flank of both defense and attack.

In all likelihood, David Raya will occupy the goalkeeper position. In defense, we can expect to see Ben White, William Saliba, and Gabriel Magalhaes. The left flank remains a question mark, with either Alexander Zinchenko or Jakub Kiwior potentially filling the position.

In midfield, Martin Odegaard, Jorginho, and Declan Rice are expected to start. The forward line will likely comprise Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz. The player for the left flank remains uncertain, with Mikel Arteta possibly fielding either Gabriel Jesus or Gabriel Martinelli.

• Predicted Arsenal line-up:
  Raya - Zinchenko/Kiwior, Gabriel, Saliba, White - Rice, Jorginho, Odegaard - Jesus/Martinelli, Havertz, Saka

As for Aston Villa's starting lineup, sources have diverged regarding the player in midfield.

Emiliano Martinez will take up the goalkeeper position. He will be supported in defense by Luke Dean, Pau Torres, Diego Carlos, and Ezri Konsa.

In midfield, we will likely see Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, and Leon Bailey. Up front, Ollie Watkins will play, and the question remains as to who will be the withdrawn midfielder to assist in the attack. Unai Emery may opt for either Moussa Diaby or Douglas Luiz.

• Predicted Aston Villa line-up:
  Martinez - Dean, Torres, Carlos, Konsa - Rogers, Tielemans, McGinn, Bailey - Diaby/Luiz - Watkins

Sofascore

Whoscored

Eurosport

The match will take place on April 14th at the Emirates Stadium. The referee will kick off proceedings at 17:30 Central European Time.