The Premier League weekend kicks off with a huge matchup on Saturday as Aston Villa hosts Arsenal.
Villa has overcome a tough start to the season, coming into this game having won four consecutive league matches.
The latest win, a 4-3 triumph over Brighton on Wednesday, sees Unai Emery's side enter the weekend in third place.
Emery's former team Arsenal is in first place, six points above Villa and five points ahead of second-place Manchester City.
The Gunners stumbled last weekend in a 1-1 draw against 10-man Chelsea, but bounced back in midweek with a 2-0 victory over Brentford.
If you are looking for betting advice for the matchup, we've got you covered. Here are the latest odds for the game, courtesy of OddsWire.
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal game odds
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal prediction, pick
It's hard to see much of a difference between these teams at present, especially with Villa playing at home. The sides will share the spoils in an entertaining affair.
Prediction: Aston Villa 1, Arsenal 1
Aston Villa vs. Arsenal channel, start time, streaming
- When: Saturday, December 6
- Where: Villa Park (Birmingham, England)
- Time: 7:30 a.m. ET
- Channel/streaming: USA Network, Universo
This article originally appeared on Pro Soccer Wire: Aston Villa vs. Arsenal: EPL betting odds, prediction, pick
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