Sports · 1 September 2026
Saka goal gives Arsenal 1-0 win at Aston Villa, maintaining perfect start
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Champions Arsenal continued their winning streak with a narrow 1-0 victory over Aston Villa, thanks to a second-half goal from Bukayo Saka. The win, at a venue where they lost last season, means Mikel Arteta's side has started their title defence with two consecutive wins. New Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki made an impressive debut despite the loss.
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