"Last season, Arsenal managed that result five times in the league, while also drawing 1-1 in seven matches. Clean sheets in just half of those might have made for an intriguing title race. For all the noise surrounding Arsenal's attacking talent, their defence is just as vital. It is their solidity at that end of the pitch that will probably lead them to glory, with three goals conceded in nine top-flight games so far."
"Unai Emery explained Elliott's performances across a total of 167 minutes in a Villa shirt simply did not warrant a place in the matchday squad, particularly given the return to form of Morgan Rogers and the rebirth of Emiliano Buendia, who was forced off against City approaching the half-hour and left Villa Park on crutches. Elliott was withdrawn at half-time on his sole league start for Villa, against his former club Fulham last month,"
Arsenal have recorded multiple 1-0 wins and conceded just three goals in nine Premier League games, with a century of matches since conceding more than twice. Clean sheets and defensive consistency have been central to match outcomes and league position. Aston Villa have won four straight league games, but new signing Harvey Elliott has struggled for minutes, accumulating 167 minutes in total and being omitted from recent squads. Elliott was withdrawn at half-time in his sole league start and last featured as an 86th-minute substitute in October. Manager Unai Emery urged persistence while citing high internal demands and competition for places.
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