Sheffield Utd - Aston Villa

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90'		0 - 4	Goal disallowed: Offside
47'		0 - 5	Goal	Álex Moreno	O. Watkins (Assist)
30'		0 - 4	Goal	Y. Tielemans
20'		0 - 3	Goal	L. Bailey	O. Watkins (Assist)
16'		0 - 2	Goal	O. Watkins	Douglas Luiz (Assist)
12'		0 - 1	Goal	J. McGinn

44'

J. Bogle

Tripping

81'			In:	Y. Tielemans	Out:	M. Rogers
72'			In:	J. McAtee	Out:	T. Davies
71'			In:	J. McGinn	Out:	T. Iroegbunam
65'			In:	B. Brereton	Out:	C. Archer
60'			In:	L. Bailey	Out:	M. Diaby
59'			In:	E. Konsa	Out:	M. Cash
50'			In:	A. Brooks	Out:	B. Osborn
50'			In:	R. Norrington-Davies	Out:	J. Robinson
46'			In:	Douglas Luiz	Out:	J. Ramsey
46'			In:	W. Osula	Out:	G. Hamer

Sheffield Utd - Aston Villa Predictions

Prediction: Sheffield Utd or draw

Best odds: 1.16

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As Bramall Lane prepares to host a Premier League clash that could have significant implications at both ends of the table, predictions suggest an edge for the visitors. With Sheffield United rooted to the bottom and Aston Villa eyeing Champions League glory, the outcome of this match could be pivotal in shaping the season for both teams. But in football, the ball is round, and surprises are never off the cards.

Key Players for Sheffield United

Sheffield United will be relying heavily on their defensive stalwarts to keep them in the game. Jayden Ian Bogle, with a rating of 6.54, has been a consistent performer. His ability to contribute offensively is shown by his 3 shots on target and 8 total shots, and he has also been a key part of the Blades' build-up play with 322 total passes. Alongside him is Anel Ahmedhodžić, whose rating of 6.56 and 440 total passes highlight his importance to the team's defensive structure. The midfield is marshaled by Oliver James Norwood, whose 6.77 rating makes him the standout player in the middle of the park for Sheffield United. His 15 key passes and 747 total passes are indicative of his role as the key playmaker for his side.

Key Players for Aston Villa

Aston Villa's attacking threat could be spearheaded by Cameron Desmond Archer, who has netted 3 goals so far. His presence up front could be crucial against a Sheffield defense that has struggled this season. In midfield, the creativity and drive of Nicolò Zaniolo will be vital. With a rating of 6.58, Zaniolo's 5 shots on target and 6 key passes show his potential to unlock the Sheffield defense. Leander Dendoncker also brings a balanced approach to the midfield with his rating of 6.62, contributing both defensively and offensively for the Villans.

Recent Form

Sheffield United's form has been worrying, with only 2 wins in their last 21 games and a string of losses and draws that have left them languishing at the bottom of the table. Their last five games have seen them struggle, with a form line of DLLDL. Aston Villa, on the other hand, have been in impressive form, sitting comfortably at 4th in the standings and with a recent record of DWLDW. Their ability to grind out results, even in tough fixtures, has been a hallmark of their season.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record offers a glimmer of hope for Sheffield United. The last time these two teams met on December 22, 2023, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, suggesting that Sheffield can hold their own against Villa. However, with just one encounter to draw from this season, it's a slim record to base any solid predictions on.

Prediction

The predictions are favoring an away win or at the very least, a draw for Aston Villa. With a "Double chance: draw or Aston Villa" advice, it seems that the odds are stacked against the home side. The statistics provide a clear picture: Sheffield United has a mere 10% chance of winning, against a 45% chance for both a draw and an away win. Aston Villa's form (80%) far outstrips that of Sheffield United (20%), and their attacking (62%) and defensive (59%) capabilities are rated higher than Sheffield's (38% and 41%, respectively).

Given these numbers and the stark contrast in both teams' seasons, the final prediction is a victory for Aston Villa or, at the very least, a draw that will see them maintain their strong position in the league. It's expected to be a game with fewer than 2.5 goals from Sheffield United, as indicated by the goals_home prediction, and a similar outcome for Aston Villa, with both teams having a predicted goal outcome of -2.5.

In conclusion, while Sheffield United will be fighting for their Premier League survival, the quality and form of Aston Villa should prevail. Expect a tactical battle with Villa likely to edge it, as they continue their quest for a spot in Europe's elite competition.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

29%

71%

Attacking Potential

50%

50%

Defensive Potential

45%

55%

Poisson Distribution

33%

67%

Stregth H2H

62%

38%

Goals H2H

67%

33%

Wins the game

48%

52%

Sheffield Utd - Aston Villa Head to Head

03/02	Sheffield Utd	0 - 5	Aston Villa
22/12	Aston Villa	1 - 1	Sheffield Utd

Premier League standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Arsenal	31	22	5	4	75	24	51	71
2	Liverpool	31	21	8	2	72	30	42	71
3	Manchester City	31	21	7	3	71	31	40	70
4	Aston Villa	32	18	6	8	66	49	17	60
5	Tottenham	30	17	6	7	62	44	18	57
6	Manchester United	31	15	4	12	45	46	-1	49
7	West Ham	32	13	9	10	52	56	-4	48
8	Newcastle	31	14	5	12	65	52	13	47
9	Chelsea	29	12	7	10	53	50	3	43
10	Brighton	31	11	10	10	51	49	2	43
11	Wolves	31	12	6	13	44	49	-5	42
12	Bournemouth	31	11	8	12	45	55	-10	41
13	Fulham	32	11	6	15	47	51	-4	39
14	Crystal Palace	31	7	9	15	36	54	-18	30
15	Everton	31	9	8	14	32	42	-10	29
16	Brentford	32	7	8	17	45	58	-13	29
17	Nottingham Forest	31	7	8	16	39	53	-14	25
18	Luton	32	6	7	19	45	65	-20	25
19	Burnley	32	4	7	21	32	67	-35	19
20	Sheffield Utd	30	3	6	21	28	80	-52	15