'Why not?' - Dion Dublin on Aston Villa's title chances against Arsenal and Man City

Aston Villa won 2-1 at home to Arsenal over the weekend. Matty Cash and Emi Buendia got their goals against the Gunners at Villa Park. They struck late to secure a dramatic victory over the Gunners.

The Midlands outfit are sat in 3rd place in the Premier League table. They are now only three points behind their most recent opponents. Unai Emery’s side play FC Basel in the Europa League on Thursday before an away trip to West Ham in the league at the weekend.

Aston Villa’s Premier League title chances assessed by Dion Dublin

Ex-Aston Villa striker Dion Dublin believes his former club are in the title race along with Arsenal and Manchester City following their most recent victory. Emery’s men have been in fine form over recent weeks and will be full of confidence. Their triumph over the Gunners shows that they are capable of beating anyone at the moment.

Speaking on Match of the Day, Dublin has said: "Why not? (title contenders) In the situation they are in at the moment, three points behind a team they've just beaten. It is about keeping all the players fit and staying at these levels if they want to stay in the title race. If they do that, yes they are, without a doubt."

Aston Villa have the chance to bring in some new faces when the January transfer window opens up to bolster their ranks. They also have the opportunity to let some players head out the exit door this winter as well. That would help free up space and funds in their squad to pave the way for reinforcements as they look to keep their momentum going for as long as possible.

What now for Aston Villa?

Aston Villa fans are dreaming of getting their hands on the trophy this season after their eye-catching result against Arsenal. However, there is still plenty of football to be played. Emery will want his players to be grounded and won’t be getting too carried away at this moment in time.

After beating the Gunners, he said: “I’m so, so happy. I’m very proud how our supporters enjoyed this match. We wanted to play thinking here at Villa Park to transmit our supporters our energy, our wishes, our style, idea; playing with energy, intensity, playing football like we played. And, as well, when we needed some help through the supporters, transmitting us their energy and support. We were sometimes struggling, or sometimes they were dominating, but we were always, more or less, feeling good.

“And, through it, during the match, when they drew level, we were again recovering our domination through our combination with the players, taking passes and getting into the box. I think we were close to scoring but, of course, when you are going, maybe they can as well get some transition and score a goal. But we were pushing and we were really, really believing in our victory. And we pushed until the last minute, and we got it.”