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Reaction
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Arsene Wenger explains Olivier Giroud decision
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger explains his selection decisions following Saturday's draw against Aston Villa.Nov 26, 16:34
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Arsene Wenger defends Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain switch
Arsene Wenger says that he was right to take off Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain during his side's 0-0 with Aston Villa.Nov 26, 06:13
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Matthew Lowton hails "fantastic" point
Aston Villa defender Matthew Lowton hails his side's defensive performance during their 0-0 draw with Arsenal.Nov 24, 20:47
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole casts an eye over Arsenal's 0-0 draw with Aston Villa.
Match Report
Aston Villa move out of the relegation zone courtesy of a 0-0 draw with Arsenal this afternoon.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live text updates of Arsenal's trip to Aston Villa.
HT Report
Aston Villa and Arsenal are stuck in a stalemate at half time of their Premier League match this afternoon.
Team News
Arsene Wenger recalls Kieran Gibbs, Carl Jenkinson and Aaron Ramsey to play against Aston Villa in place of Thomas Vermaelen, Bacary Sagna and Jack Wilshere.
Preview
Sports Mole previews this weekend's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal.
Build-up
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Aston Villa's Ron Vlaar aims to "make amends" against Arsenal
Aston Villa defender Ron Vlaar believes that he and his teammates can turn things around against Arsenal this weekend.Nov 20, 11:14
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Paul Lambert aims to "lift" Aston Villa team ahead of Arsenal test
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert says that his team have to "bounce back" against Arsenal this weekend after dropping down into the relegation zone in the Premier League table.Nov 19, 11:32
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