The Matchday 37 Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Tottenham will take place on May 16 at Villa Park in Birmingham. Aston Villa vs. Tottenham: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Aston Villa
The Birmingham side has won 7 of their last 8 league matches, losing only to Manchester City away with a score of 1-2. This surge has propelled Unai Emery's team into the race for a Champions League spot. Currently, they are in sixth place, trailing Chelsea, who are fifth, only on goal difference. Notably, Aston Villa secured narrow 1-0 victories over Fulham and Bournemouth in their last two fixtures.
- A maximum of three goals have been scored in 7 of Aston Villa's last 8 Premier League matches.
- Aston Villa has avoided defeat in 10 of their last 12 Premier League encounters (8 wins and 2 draws).
- The club has not lost in the first half for eight consecutive league games (3 wins and 5 draws).
Predicted lineup for Aston Villa (4-3-3)
Emiliano Martinez – Lucas Digne, Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings – Jacob Ramsey, Boubacar Kamara, Amadou Onana – Marco Asensio, Ollie Watkins, Morgan Rogers.
Forward Marcus Rashford will not play again this season due to injury. Midfielder Jacob Ramsey will miss the match due to suspension.
Tottenham
The London side has not won in the Premier League for five matches now. During this streak, the team has suffered four defeats, sharing points only with West Ham (1-1). In the previous round, Ange Postecoglou's men lost 0-2 at home to Crystal Palace. The club is in a lowly 17th place but is 16 points clear of the nearest relegation zone rival.
- In their last 10 Premier League encounters, Tottenham has only beaten Southampton (2 draws and 7 losses).
- Both teams have scored in 5 of Tottenham's last 6 league games.
- The club has not won the second half in their last eight Premier League matches (3 draws and 4 losses).
Predicted lineup for Tottenham (4-4-2)
Antonin Kinsky – Pedro Porro, Kevin Danso, Ben Davies, Djed Spence – Archie Gray, Pape Sarr, Rodrigo Bentancur, Dejan Kulusevski – Mathys Tel, Wilson Odobert.
Forward Dejan Kulusevski is doubtful due to an injury. Defender Radu Dragusin, forward Dane Scarlett, and midfielders Lucas Bergvall and James Maddison will not play again this season due to injuries.
Referee
Peter Bankes (England)
Matches – 22 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 84;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.8;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 20;
Penalties – 18%.
Aston Villa vs. Tottenham: Match Prediction
The current form of the clubs speaks for itself. The hosts have won 7 of their last 8 Premier League games this spring, showing solid defensive performances by conceding only four goals in this stretch, two of which came in the loss to Manchester City. Meanwhile, Tottenham has seemingly given up, with no chance of finishing in the top half and having already secured their place in the Premier League. Their last league match against Crystal Palace showed that Tottenham is saving their energy for the Europa League final.
Aston Villa is likely to secure an easy and confident victory. The visitors will rotate their squad, giving playing time to second-string players, while the Birmingham side needs three points to finish in the top five of the Premier League. Improving their goal difference would also be beneficial, as they currently trail Chelsea in the standings due to this factor. Additionally, Aston Villa has won their last four home Premier League matches, while Tottenham has picked up just one point in their last five away league games.
My prediction: Aston Villa with a handicap (-1.5)
