Aston Villa vs Arsenal Women: Gunners Eye Three Points

Arsenal Women aim to bounce back from their mid-week draw against Brighton as they face Aston Villa on Saturday. The Gunners are currently third in the Women's Super League, two points clear of Manchester United and four behind Chelsea, with two games in hand on both.

What's at Stake?

A victory against Aston Villa would bring Arsenal Women closer to securing a top-three finish and a potential Champions League spot. The team requires seven points from their final three fixtures to cement second place, given their vastly superior goal difference compared to Chelsea.

Aston Villa's Recent Form

Aston Villa have struggled in recent matches, losing six of their last eight in the WSL, with their only win coming against bottom-of-the-table Leicester. Their last match ended in a 2-0 defeat to West Ham, leaving them ninth in the league.

Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record between Aston Villa and Arsenal Women favors the Gunners, with 10 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. However, Aston Villa did manage to earn a 1-1 draw at the Emirates in September, with Lucy Parker scoring a stoppage-time equalizer.

Predicted Lineups

Aston Villa's predicted lineup includes Sabrina D'Angelo and Noelle Maritz, who will face their former club. Arsenal Women's lineup may see the return of key players such as Katie McCabe, Mariona Caldentey, and Leah Williamson.