Arsenal have finally found the breakthrough at Villa Park, with Bukayo Saka putting the Gunners 1-0 ahead in the 59th minute.

The goal came after a patient Arsenal move. Gabriel found Eberechi Eze on the left, with Eze then releasing Riccardo Calafiori down the channel. The Italian defender drove a low ball across the face of goal, and Saka was perfectly positioned to meet it from close range.

It was a much-needed goal for Arsenal after a largely cagey first half. The visitors had controlled possession for spells but had struggled to create clear-cut opportunities.

Just minutes before the goal, Arsenal had a penalty appeal overturned by VAR after Ian Maatsen was judged to have fouled Saka just outside the box. The winger then had the final say by finding the net shortly afterwards.

Villa now have to respond, while Arsenal will be looking to protect their advantage and take control of the closing stages.

Aston Villa 0-1 Arsenal
59' — Bukayo Saka

Arsenal have the lead at Villa Park, and Saka has delivered when his team needed him most.