Premier League 2023/24 | |
SCHEDULE | TIME |
Match: | Manchester city vs Aston Villa |
Tournament: | Premier League Round 15 |
Match Date: | 07-12-2023 |
Match Time: | 01.45 AM IST (UTC +5:30) 12.15 AM UAE |
Stadium: | Villa Park |
Match Live Info
FULL TIMEManchester city 0-1 Aston Villa
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Prediction and Preview
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Manchester City
In a midweek clash that promises fireworks, Aston Villa is set to face the mighty Manchester City at Villa Park on December 6, 2023. The fixture, scheduled to kick off at 01:45 AM IST (UTC +5:30), pits two teams with distinct trajectories in the Premier League.
Head-to-Head Record:
Recent history favors Manchester City, who have dominated this fixture with four wins in the last five encounters. The last meeting on February 12, 2023, saw Manchester City emerge victorious with a 3-1 scoreline. Aston Villa will be eager to reverse this trend and make a statement against the reigning champions.
Current Form:
Aston Villa enters the contest in a commendable run of form, having secured three wins and a draw in their last five outings across all competitions (WWWWD). Meanwhile, Manchester City has been consistent with a sequence of wins and a draw in their last six matches (WDDWDA). The clash promises to be an intriguing battle between a resilient Villa side and a City team that knows how to grind out results.
Aston Villa possible starting lineup:
Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Bailey, Kamara, Luiz, McGinn; Diaby, Watkins
Manchester City possible starting lineup:
Ederson; Walker, Dias, Ake; Akanji, Kovacic; Foden, Alvarez, Bernardo, Doku; Haaland
Key Battles:
The midfield battle will be crucial, with Aston Villa's Kamara and Luiz looking to disrupt Manchester City's rhythm, while City's midfield maestros will aim to control the tempo. The battle at the back will also be intriguing, as Villa's defense faces the daunting task of containing Erling Haaland, one of the most lethal strikers in world football.