Arsenal are pushing for the Premier League title and at the heart of their squad area group of players who are open and proud of their faith

Arsenal hope to bounce back from a weekend slip as they return home to meet fellow London side Brentford on Wednesday.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said Friday that midfielder Mikel Merino has earned the right to be considered for a striking role even when all his other forwards are fit. Arteta was asked by reporters whether Merino would be considered as a striker even when all his other players were available.

The latest Arsenal team news and predicted starting XI for their Premier League game against Aston Villa.

Arsenal face in-form Aston Villa with a few worries around the fitness of key players.

Arsenal XI vs Aston Villa: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League - Gunners sweating on Declan Rice’s fitness as William Saliba and Leandro Trossard hope to return

LONDON -- You don't have to believe the bookmakers' odds. You can plead ignorance to Elo ratings. You might even choose to skip over all the tables that rank teams by how good they are at accruing points from football matches. You cannot, however, avoid the evidence that is clear to see in front of your eyes.

ESPN takes a closer look at the 16-year-old twins Arsenal have just signed from Ecuadorian side Independiente Del Valle.