Everton vs Aston Villa Preview
Everton vs Aston Villa, Premier League match on Saturday, February 26th, 2023, at 3:00 pm GMT at Goodison Park in Liverpool, England.
Everton has had a mixed season so far, struggling for consistency and missing some key players due to injury. Their attack has been led by Richarlison, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and James Rodriguez, while the likes of Allan and Abdoulaye Doucoure have anchored the midfield.
On the other hand, Aston Villa has also had a mixed season, with some impressive performances and disappointing results. They have been missing their influential captain Jack Grealish due to injury for much of the season, but have still managed to compete well in his absence.
In recent form, Everton has won three of their last five Premier League matches, while Aston Villa has won two and drawn two of their previous four. However, both teams have struggled for consistency throughout the season.
This promises to be a closely contested match between two evenly matched sides. With home advantage, Everton hopes to secure a win and continue their push for a top-half finish. Aston Villa, however, will be looking to pick up points and move up the table.
Head-to-Head Everton vs Aston Villa
In their last ten meetings across all competitions, Everton has won 4, Aston Villa has won 2, and 4 matches have ended in a draw.
Everton vs Aston Villa Match Details
Date: Saturday, February 26th, 2023
Kick-Off Time: 3:00 pm GMT
Venue: Goodison Park, Liverpool, England
Competition: Premier League
Team News
Everton’s key player, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, is expected to miss this game due to a knee injury. James Rodriguez and Richarlison will likely lead Everton’s attack in his absence. Meanwhile, Allan and Abdoulaye Doucoure are expected to start in midfield.
On the other hand, Aston Villa will be without their influential captain Jack Grealish, who is still recovering from a long-term injury. Ollie Watkins is expected to lead the line for the Villains, with Emi Buendia and Leon Bailey providing support from the flanks. In midfield, Marvelous Nakamba and John McGinn are expected to start.
Possible Lineups Everton vs Aston Villa
Everton: Pickford; Coleman, Mina, Godfrey, Digne; Allan, Doucoure; Townsend, Rodriguez, Gray; Richarlison.
Aston Villa: Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Targett; Nakamba, McGinn; Buendia, Ramsey, Bailey; Watkins.
Everton vs Aston Villa Prediction
This game promises to be a closely contested encounter between two evenly matched sides. Everton has been in decent form lately, winning three of their last five Premier League games. However, Aston Villa has also been impressive, with two wins and two draws in their previous four games.
Considering Everton’s injury concerns, Aston Villa may have a slight edge in this game. However, with home advantage, Everton could still pull off a win. We predict a 1-1 draw between the two sides.
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