Everton vs Aston Villa - Preview and Prediction

Overview

In an upcoming Premier League clash, Everton will host Aston Villa at the historic Goodison Park. With both teams having played 20 games this season, their trajectories have been markedly different. Everton finds themselves in a precarious 17th position, just above the relegation zone, while Aston Villa has soared to the 2nd spot on the league table. This match promises to be a crucial encounter for both sides as they aim to achieve their respective goals this season.

Everton

Everton's recent form has been a cause for concern, with the team suffering three consecutive losses before managing to secure two wins. Their last outing resulted in a disappointing 3-0 defeat away at Molineux Stadium against Wolves. The Toffees have accumulated a total of 16 points from their 20 matches, with a negative goal difference of -4. At home, they will be looking to leverage their advantage and turn around their fortunes.

The historical head-to-head record against Aston Villa in their last five encounters shows that Everton has managed only one win while succumbing to four losses. This statistic underlines the challenge they face in the upcoming match. However, playing at Goodison Park could provide the much-needed boost for Everton to put up a strong fight.

Aston Villa

Aston Villa, on the other hand, has been enjoying a stellar season thus far. Positioned second in the league with 42 points, they have won 13 games, drawn 3, and lost only 4. Their goal difference stands at an impressive +16, indicating both strong defensive and offensive capabilities.

Their last fixture saw them emerge victorious in a thrilling 3-2 win over Burnley at Villa Park. The Villans' recent form has been solid with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five games. When it comes to their recent meetings with Everton, Aston Villa has dominated with four wins out of five games, which should give them confidence going into this match.

Prediction

The prediction for this encounter leans towards an Aston Villa win. The data suggests that Aston Villa's superior league position and recent form make them favorites for this match-up. Despite Everton's home advantage and the urgency to move away from the relegation zone, Aston Villa's consistent performance this season is likely to prevail. The match is set to take place at Goodison Park in Liverpool on a Sunday.