Saka strike keeps Arsenal perfect under Arteta

Bukayo Saka's second-half goal secured a gritty win at Aston Villa on Mikel Arteta's 250th game in charge.

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What happened. Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0 with a second-half goal from Bukayo Saka, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season.

• Mikel Arteta took charge of his 250th game as Arsenal manager.
• Emi Buendia hit the bar early for Aston Villa.
• Arsenal had a penalty appeal waved away before Saka's goal.

Arsenal and Manchester City are among four teams with six points from two games.

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