Pre-game odds
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds |
1.33
|
5.50
|
8.00
|
| Prob. |
75.2%
|
18.2%
|
12.5%
|
Key points
• Manchester City is in impressive form, with 4 wins and 2 draws in their last 6 games and a goal difference of +10.
• Aston Villa sits 4th in the league, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 matches.
• Manchester City has scored 15 goals in their last 6 games, averaging 2.5 goals per game.
• Aston Villa has a strong away form, unbeaten in 6 matches with an average of 1.83 goals scored per game.
• In head-to-head stats, Manchester City has won 80 games against Aston Villa's 58, with 42 draws.
Current streaks
Manchester City
0
1
0
23
2
0
Aston Villa
1
0
0
3
1
0
Recent form
Manchester City
Manchester City's recent form has been impressive, with four wins and two draws in their last six games across all competitions. They are currently unbeaten in six matches, showcasing their consistency and resilience. The team has scored an impressive 15 goals in these six games, averaging 2.5 goals per game, while conceding only five goals, demonstrating their strong attacking prowess and solid defensive foundation. Notably, Manchester City achieved a convincing 6-2 victory against Luton in the FA Cup, highlighting their ability to score goals in bunches. With their current third position in the league and a goal difference of +10 in their last six games, Manchester City appears to be in good form as they continue to compete on multiple fronts.
Aston Villa
Aston Villa is currently in good form, sitting in 4th position in the league with 59 points from 30 games. In their last six matches, they have won three, drawn two, and lost only one, showcasing their consistency. The team has scored 10 goals in these six games, averaging 1.67 goals per game, while conceding 7, averaging 1.17 goals per game. Notably, Aston Villa has kept three clean sheets in their last six matches. The standout result is their impressive 4-0 victory over Ajax in the UEFA Europa Conference League, demonstrating their ability to perform well in both domestic and European competitions.
Manchester City
WWWDWD
W4 D2 L0
15
2.5
5
0.8
+10
2
3.33
67%
50%
50%
Aston Villa
WDLWDW
W3 D2 L1
10
1.7
7
1.2
+3
3
2.83
33%
50%
50%
Recent home/away form
Manchester City
Manchester City has been in solid form at home, with their last six matches resulting in four wins and two draws. They are currently unbeaten in six home games, with their most recent result being a 0-0 draw against Arsenal. The team has managed to keep three clean sheets during this period, conceding only three goals in total, which translates to an impressive average of 0.5 goals conceded per game. While they have scored 10 goals in these six matches, their scoring rate has been relatively modest, with an average of 1.67 goals per game. Notably, 70% of their home games have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting that many of their matches have been closely contested. However, there have been a couple of high-scoring games, including a 3-1 win against FC Copenhagen in the Champions League and a 3-1 victory over rivals Manchester United in the Premier League.
Aston Villa
Aston Villa's recent away form has been impressive, with the team currently on a six-match unbeaten run. They have secured three consecutive wins against Sheffield United, Fulham, and Luton, showcasing their ability to perform well on the road. One particularly high-scoring game stands out during this period, a 5-0 thrashing of Sheffield United, which highlights Villa's attacking prowess. The team has also displayed defensive solidity, keeping three clean sheets in their last six away matches and conceding just 0.67 goals per game on average. With a goals difference of 7 and an average of 1.83 goals scored per game, Aston Villa's away form has been a key factor in their current 4th position in the league.
Manchester City
DWWWWD
W4 D2 L0
10
1.7
3
0.5
+7
3
2.17
50%
67%
33%
Aston Villa
DWWWDD
W3 D3 L0
11
1.8
4
0.7
+7
3
2.5
50%
50%
50%
Head-to-head
The head-to-head statistics between Manchester City and Aston Villa indicate that as of the information available until March 31, 2024:
- Manchester City has won 80 games.
- Aston Villa has won 58 games.
- There were 42 draws between the two teams.
On average, in these direct matches, both teams scored an average of 3.09 goals per match. Recently, as noted in the provided sources, there have been specific results leading up to 2024:
- As of September 2, 2024, Aston Villa and Manchester City had played 26 games, scoring an average of 3.3 goals per match.
- From October 21, 1899, to December 6, 2023, they faced each other in 46 matches, with Manchester City winning 31 times, Aston Villa winning 8 times, and 7 matches ending in a draw.
Additionally, Manchester City had won all four recent home league matches in streak format and nine consecutive games overall.