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Premier League
Dec 13, 2015 at 1.30pm UK
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Arsene Wenger full of praise for "outstanding" Aaron Ramsey
Arsene Wenger praises the "outstanding" Aaron Ramsey for his performance in the 2-0 win over Aston Villa.Dec 13, 22:59
Remi Garde reluctant to criticise after loss to Arsenal
Remi Garde refuses to be too critical of his Aston Villa side after they slip to a 2-0 defeat against Arsenal.Dec 13, 17:18
Arsene Wenger delighted with "perfect week" for Arsenal
Arsene Wenger admits that it was the "perfect week" as Arsenal claimed a 2-0 win over Aston Villa after their heroics in the Champions League in midweek.Dec 13, 16:35
Aaron Ramsey: 'Arsenal confident of title bid'
Aaron Ramsey claims that Arsenal are confident of being in the Premier League title race for the long run after beating Aston Villa 2-0.Dec 13, 15:56
The Match
Player Ratings
Sports Mole looks at who stood out during Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Aston Villa as the Gunners moved top of the Premier League.
Analysis
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Arsenal's 2-0 victory over struggling Aston Villa, a result that took the Gunners top of the Premier League table.
Match Report
Olivier Giroud and Aaron Ramsey send Arsenal to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa.
Live Commentary
Relive Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Aston Villa as the Gunners condemn their hosts to a 15th consecutive league game without a win to move top of the table.
HT Report
Olivier Giroud and Aaron Ramsey earn Arsenal a 2-0 lead over Aston Villa at the halfway stage of their meeting at Villa Park.
Team News
Aston Villa and Arsenal both name unchanged sides for this afternoon's Premier League clash at Villa Park.
Preview
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park.
Build-up
Thierry Henry: Aston Villa crowd "a burden"
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry believes that Aston Villa supporters can be a bit of a "burden" for Remi Garde's side when they go behind in games.Dec 13, 13:18
Remi Garde: 'Arsene Wenger lives for Arsenal'
Aston Villa manager Remi Garde says that his former boss Arsene Wenger lives for Arsenal ahead of facing his compatriot on Sunday at Villa Park.Dec 12, 14:51
Arsenal keeper Petr Cech: 'We proved we can handle the pressure'
Arsenal keeper Petr Cech believes that his side have proven that they can handle the pressure of their chase for silverware this season following their win over Olympiacos.Dec 11, 20:28
Arsene Wenger: 'Olivier Giroud one of the best in Europe'
Arsene Wenger believes that Olivier Giroud's strong recent form makes him one of the best strikers in Europe.Dec 11, 15:21
Arsene Wenger: 'We can't afford more injuries'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that the club cannot afford any more injuries during December.Dec 11, 10:56
Jack Grealish returns to first-team training with Aston Villa
Remi Garde confirms that Jack Grealish has returned to first-team training with Aston Villa after two weeks with the club's Under-21s.Dec 8, 12:08
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