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| Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF | Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 01:00 PM EDT |
| Arsenal FC odds | -144 |
| Villarreal CF odds | +330 |
| Draw | +265 |
| Both teams to score | -182/+125 |
Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF Team News
Arsenal FC Team News
Much of Arsenal’s window revolved around the signing of striker Viktor Gyökeres, as Arteta was seeking a prolific goalscorer for his roster. The Gunners also brought in Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, Christian Norgaard from Brentford, and Kepa Arrizabalaga as part of their key summer reinforcements.
Arsenal finished their 24/25 Premier League campaign in second place, which explains their heavy investments as they aim to capture the league trophy. In their pre-season friendlies, the team lost to Milan in a penalty shoot-out (5-6) before grabbing a victory against Newcastle (3-2).
Most money spent by a PL club this transfer window:
£256.45m — Liverpool
£205.62m — Chelsea
£195.78m — Arsenal
£153.60m — Man City pic.twitter.com/aPmx0tm362— StatMuse FC (@statmusefc) August 3, 2025
The Gunners faced their derby rivals, Tottenham, in their last encounter, which ended in a disappointing 0-1 defeat with Sarr scoring in the 45th minute. The meeting with Villarreal is the last test before the Emirates Cup against Athletic Club, after which the 25/26 Premier League season kicks off.
Gabriel Jesus will miss the game due to injury, while Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to return.
Arsenal FC Predicted lineup vs Villarreal CF (4-3-3): Kepa; Zinchenko, Mosquera, Saliba, White; Nwaneri, Zubimendi, Rice; Martinelli, Havertz, Saka.
Villarreal CF Team News
Villarreal are reportedly closing in on the signing of Thomas Partey as a free agent, according to The Athletic. Although not finalized, the potential move has stirred controversy due to the pending rape charges against the midfielder, with his trial scheduled to begin this week.
Villarreal have also signed promising Las Palmas midfielder Alberto Moleiro, who will replace Álex Baena following his transfer to Atlético de Madrid, and several young talents such as Rafa Marín and Santiago Mouriño, aligned with the club’s ambitions in the Champions League.
Leeds 📍 pic.twitter.com/kgCYh9Vj6L
— Villarreal CF English (@VillarrealCFen) August 1, 2025
Villarreal have played more pre-season friendlies than Arsenal, drawing four and losing two. They are yet to win their first match of the summer, a result of adapting to a Baena-less team. In their last outing, Villarreal drew with Leeds 1-1, despite Etta Eyong opening the score in the 62nd minute.
Villarreal CF lineup vs Arsenal FC (4-4-2): Junior; Foyth, Navarro, Kambwala, Pedraza; Buchanan, Parejo, Gueye, Pino; Danjuma, Moreno.
Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 01:00 PM EDT
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Location: London, England
- Last match: Arsenal FC – Villarreal 0:0 (May 7, 2021, UEFA Europa League)
Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF Prediction, Odds
- Pick: Arsenal to win
- Odds: -144 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Villarreal
Arsenal will have the opportunity to make up for their 0-1 derby loss to Tottenham when they face a winless Villarreal side. Although the Gunners have played fewer matches, their attack is taking shape, while the Spanish club are still looking to form a new spine after Baena’s departure.
Indeed, Arsenal have often struggled against low blocks in the past, but Villarreal lack the quality to give Bukayo Saka a hard time, especially as Martin Zubimendi is familiar with such a formation from his time at Real Sociedad.
Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF Betting Tip
- Pick: Bukayo Saka to score
- Odds: TBC (Tonybet)
Bukayo Saka has been Arsenal’s principal anchor in attack since Arteta took charge. With Gyökeres yet to make his debut, all eyes will be set on Saka once again, whose dribbles often give defenders nightmares in one-on-one situations.
Villarreal may have a solid 4-4-2 block, but the lack of reinforcements in the full-back department is likely to prove costly against Arsenal.
Arsenal FC vs Villarreal CF: Where to Watch (Canada)
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