Aston Villa

Villa turn on the style in Brighton romp.

This match was quite the high-scoring affair. Ollie Watkins netted the first goal of the match for Villa in the 14th minute after being found by Matty Cash. Following the opening goal, Villa proceeded to add on 5 more goals, compared to Brighton's 1 as Villa took the three points.

The Overview

• The Villans' counter-attacking style was effective, as they registered 19 shots.
• Despite the loss, the Seagulls had plenty of chances of their own, getting away 11 shots in the match.
• The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Villans had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 47%.
• The referee issued numerous cards in what was a bad-tempered affair, with Villa receiving 4 bookings and Brighton 4.

The Details

Lucas Digne posed a threat out wide, leading the team in crosses. Positives for the Seagulls? Their superior passing game was clear for all to see; they completed 511 passes compared to the Villans' 327.

The wins keep on coming for Villa. Meanwhile, Brighton's winning run comes to an end.

Both squads play next on Sunday, October 8th. Villa meet Wolves for a grudge match at Molineux Stadium, while Brighton meet Liverpool at The American Express Community Stadium. Can the Villans keep their great form going? Will the Seagulls put this disappointment behind them?

Aston Villa-Brighton & Hove Albion

Two of the league's form teams meet at Villa Park.

Villa | WWLWW | 6th | Top Scorer: Douglas Luiz (2)

Confidence is high in the Villa dressing room. They come into the match on the back of 4 wins out of their last 5. With an average of 12.0 passes into the box per game, there's clearly a strong understanding between Villa's forwards. They also rank 7th for number of assists so far this season. Emiliano Martínez will be hoping to make it back-to-back clean sheets here, the keeper made 4 excellent saves in his last game.

Brighton | WWWLW | 3rd | Top Scorer: E. Ferguson (4)

Brighton have taken maximum points from their last 3 matches and they'll be hoping to keep the run going in this fixture. A look at the stats and the form suggest goals are guaranteed in this fixture. Brighton have netted 14 goals in their last 5, while their opponent's average xG (expected goals) is 1.8, one of the highest numbers in the league. Brighton's attacking threat may arrive through Evan Ferguson. He's taken 15 shots this season, a number that puts him 17th in the Premier League. From a defensive point of view, Joël Veltman has been the leader, accumulating 10 tackles and 4 interceptions over the year.

Villa-Brighton Prediction: 3-4

What a game we have in store. There should be goals galore, but Brighton have what it takes to grab an away win.

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Villa take three points away from Stamford Bridge.

Following a goalless first half, Ollie Watkins netted the first goal of the match for Villa in the 73rd minute. This lone goal proved decisive, as Villa kept Chelsea out for the rest of the game to take the three points.

The Overview

• In a tight battle for the ball, the Villans made good use of their possession (47%), generating 15 shots.
• The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Villans had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 47%.

The Details

Lucas Digne and Nicolò Zaniolo were relentless, each getting 5 crosses into the opposition box. The Blues were thwarted by the offside flag as Moisés Caicedo was caught 3 times. Neither team had a clear advantage in the passing game. Chelsea completed 444 passes while Villa completed 381 passes.

Villa make it back-to-back wins. Meanwhile, Chelsea's mixed form continues.

Next up, Chelsea take on Fulham at Craven Cottage on Monday, October 2nd. While Villa take on Brighton at Villa Park on Saturday, September 30th. Will the Blues improve their form? Can the Villans make it three wins in a row?

Liverpool shut out Villa in victory.

Dominik Szoboszlai started the scoring with an early goal for Liverpool following an assist by Trent Alexander-Arnold. Matty Cash added another to put Liverpool 2-0 up after 22nd minutes. Mohamed Salah put the match away with a third in the 55th minute, and Villa were shutout as Liverpool secured a comfortable win.

The Overview

• The Reds converted their dominance of the ball (64%) possession into lots of chances, clocking up 17 shots.
• The Villans didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
• The Reds got the job done, but it should've been more comfortable considering their shot accuracy was only 24%.

The Details

Dominik Szoboszlai put on a passing masterclass, completing 49 of his 53 attempted passes. The Reds' fluid football shone through in the end, registering 310 more completed passes than the Villans as they took all three points.

Liverpool's fine form continues. Meanwhile, Villa end their winning streak by tasting defeat.

Both squads play next on Saturday, September 16th. Liverpool meet Wolves at Molineux Stadium, while Villa take on Palace at Villa Park. Can the Reds keep their great form going? Will the Villans put this disappointment behind them?

Villa take three points away from Turf Moor.

Matty Cash scored the match's first goal for Villa in the eighth minute following some good work by Ollie Watkins. Matty Cash then doubled the lead with a goal in the 20th minute. Down 2-0, Burnley's Lyle Foster narrowed the deficit with a strike in the 47th minute. However, the comeback attempt was futile as Moussa Diaby put the game out of reach with a 61st minute goal to secure the win for Villa.

The Overview

• They may have lost the battle for possession with just 43% of the ball, but that didn't stop the Villans creating chances as they racked up 16 shots.
• The Clarets didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
• The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Villans had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 38%.

The Details

Douglas Luiz posed a threat out wide, recording 4 crosses. On a positive note for the Clarets, they had a clear advantage in the passing game, racking up 584 completed passes to the Villans' 455.

Villa make it two wins in two. Meanwhile, it's another game, another loss for Burnley.

Next up, Burnley take on Tottenham at Turf Moor on Saturday, September 2nd. While Villa meet Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, September 3rd. Will the Clarets get out of this rough patch? Can the Villans make it three wins in a row?

Villa cruise to victory over Everton.

John McGinn scored the match's first goal for Villa in the 18th minute after a set up by Leon Bailey. Douglas Luiz then doubled the lead with a goal in the 24th minute. Villa added to their tally with two more goals to ensure a comfortable win.

The Overview

• The Villans won the possession battle with 60% and they had it in the right areas too, getting away 13 shots in total.
• The Toffees didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
• the Villans' accuracy paid off well, 54% of their shots were on target.
• The referee issued numerous cards in what was a bad-tempered affair, with Villa receiving 3 bookings and Everton 4.

The Details

Lucas Digne posed a threat out wide all game, registering 10 crosses. Everton's Alex Iwobi only registered 14 touches in a frustrating game for the midfielder. Neither team showed a superior passing game. The Villans had 560 completed passes while the Toffees completed 361 passes.

Villa take the lion's share of the points. Meanwhile, it's another game, another loss for Everton.

Next up, Villa take on Burnley at Turf Moor on Sunday, August 27th. While Everton face fellow winless Wolves for a clash at the bottom of the table on Saturday, August 26th. Can the Villans win again? Will the Toffees get out of this rough patch?

Newcastle cruise to victory over Villa.

This match was quite the high-scoring affair. Sandro Tonali began the scoring for Newcastle in the sixth minute after a set up by Anthony Gordon. Following the opening goal, Newcastle proceeded to add on 4 more goals, compared to Villa's 1 as Newcastle took the three points.

The Overview

• In a tight battle for the ball, the Magpies made good use of their possession (53%), generating 17 shots.
• the Magpies' shooting precision paid off as they achieved an impressive 76% accuracy.
• The referee issued numerous cards in what was a bad-tempered affair, with Newcastle receiving 4 bookings and Villa 4.

The Details

Sandro Tonali linked the play brilliantly all game, with an 89% pass completion. Villa's Leon Bailey was a frequent offender, committing 5 fouls. Both teams showed flashes in the passing game. Newcastle had 509 completed passes while Villa completed 449 passes.

Newcastle kick off with a win. Meanwhile, Villa will look to bounce back next match.

Next up, Newcastle take on Man City at Etihad Stadium on Saturday, August 19th. While Villa meet Everton at Villa Park on Sunday, August 20th. Can the Magpies find another win? Will the Villans improve and pick up points?