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Manchester City vs Aston Villa Prediction – Premier League

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Here you will find the best prediction for Manchester City vs Aston Villa in the Premier League, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide an informed prediction for Manchester City vs Aston Villa.

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Manchester City

  • 22 April 2025 – 19::00
  • Premier League

  • 2024/2025

  • NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 34

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Aston Villa


Betting tip and prediction for this match between Manchester City vs Aston Villa

The best prediction for Manchester City vs Aston Villa in the Premier League is that both teams to score. While the match is likely to be dominated by Manchester City, Aston Villa has demonstrated a penchant for creating dangerous situations. It’s worth mentioning that the “both teams to score” market has proven successful in the last two encounters between these sides. Thus, an open match is anticipated, with plenty of goal-scoring chances arising from both teams.

The best prediction for Manchester City vs Aston Villa

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live betting suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double or triple bet)
Both teams to score (riskier prediction)

Do both teams score? Yes

Match preview: Manchester City vs Aston Villa

Manchester City and Aston Villa meet at the Etihad Stadium for the 34th round of the Premier League. In their last encounter in this competition on 21‑12‑2024, Aston Villa secured a home victory (2‑1). Historically, the home side has been dominant at this stadium, having won the last four encounters. The most recent meeting at the Etihad saw Manchester City emerge victorious (4‑1) on 03‑04‑2024, with goals from Phil Foden (69′, 45′, and 62′) and Rodrigo (11′) for City, while Jhon Durán netted for Villa. The home advantage may play a significant role as Aston Villa has shown a marked difference in their home and away performances.

Team analysis: Manchester City

After 17 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses, the home team currently sits in 4th place with 58 points. In their last match, they triumphed over Everton away (0‑2) following a home victory against Crystal Palace (5‑2). Manchester City has shown resilience in both home and away games, boasting a record of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses as visitors, scoring 24 goals and conceding 23. At home, they achieved 9 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses with 44 goals scored and just 19 conceded. Within the league, Manchester City has earned 20 points from the last 30 available, following 6 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses over the past 10 home games. Their attack has been consistently good, as they scored in 7 out of the last 10 league matches. At home, they have a strong tendency for goals, with 12 of their last 16 games exceeding 2.5 goals. In 33 league matches, they have been able to turn around the scoreline in 6 of the 14 games where they conceded first.

Manchester City comes into this match on the back of a 0-2 victory away against Everton, with goals from Nico O’Reilly and Mateo Kovacic. Generally lining up in a 4-3-3 formation, the Citizens rely heavily on the pace and creativity of Jérémy Doku, Phil Foden, and Omar Maroush upfront. For this fixture, manager Pep Guardiola may opt to exploit counter-attacks, aiming to catch their opponents off guard with quick transitions. However, he is likely to be without John Stones, Rodrigo, Erling Haaland, Nathan Aké, and Ederson, all due to injury concerns.

Team analysis: Aston Villa

The visiting team currently occupies 6th place in the league table with 57 points from 16 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses. In their penultimate match, they won away against Southampton (0‑3) and followed it up with a commanding home victory over Newcastle United (4‑1). Aston Villa’s performance has been significantly better at home, evidenced by their last 30 matches which show 7 wins, 1 draw, and 7 losses as visitors, along with 22 goals scored and 23 conceded. Meanwhile, at home, they secured 11 wins and 4 draws with 34 scored and 17 conceded. In the league, Aston Villa has achieved 13 points from their last 30 available, with a disappointing run of 4 wins, 1 draw, and 5 losses in their last 10 away matches. Their defensive solidity has often been questioned as they conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 matches, yet their attack has remained reliable, scoring in 9 of their last 10 league appearances. Away from home, there is a tendency for high-scoring games, as 12 out of 16 have ended with more than 2.5 goals. In 33 league matches, they have conceded the first goal in 16 instances but have only managed to recover from this position successfully in 4 occasions.

Aston Villa heads into this match following a convincing 4-1 win against Newcastle, with goals from Ollie Watkins, Ian Maatsen, Lovro Majer, and an own goal from Dan Burn. The visitors usually adopt a 4-3-3 formation, with Morgan Rogers, John McGinn, and Ollie Watkins spearheading their attacking efforts. They often favour the right flank for their offensive play, utilising the depth provided by defender Matty Cash. All players are available for selection in this match.

The best prediction for Manchester City vs Aston Villa

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live betting suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (suggestion for live, double or triple bet)
Both teams to score (riskier prediction)

Do both teams score? Yes

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