June 11, 2026
The manager blames poor defending for the 2-1 loss to Southampton
They have 48 points from 20 games, six points clear of Manchester City
Villa, led by former Arsenal manager Emery, are on an 11-match winning streak in all competitions
The Gunners have again recruited heavily over the summer, finally adding the centre-forwards fans have long called for
The 43-year-old Spanish coach also says Kai Havertz is back on his feet after suffering a knee injury on the opening day of the season
Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and skipper Martin Odegaard are sidelined with injuries
The Gunners are now dangerously thin up front, with only new signing Viktor Gyokeres available as a recognised striker
He is replacing Saka who has taken 14 penalties since 2021, missing only twice
