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Manchester City
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Aston Villa
Manchester City vs Aston Villa predictions & stats
Top pick Manchester City 60%, Over 2.5 goals 52%. Free match analysis, team stats and betting tips for Premier League.
Top pick Manchester City 60%, Over 2.5 goals 52%. Free match analysis, team stats and betting tips for Premier League.
Comparing both teams this season
All Fixtures (55)
Style of play and derived stats from match data this season
Current league table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | +38 | 73 | |
| 2 | 33 | +37 | 70 | |
| 3 | 34 | +14 | 61 | |
| 4 | 34 | +13 | 58 | |
| 5 | 34 | +5 | 58 | |
| 6 | 34 | +9 | 50 | |
| 7 | 34 | 0 | 49 | |
| 8 | 34 | +8 | 48 | |
| 9 | 34 | +3 | 48 | |
| 10 | 34 | -2 | 48 | |
| 11 | 34 | 0 | 47 | |
| 12 | 34 | -9 | 46 | |
| 13 | 33 | -3 | 43 | |
| 14 | 35 | -5 | 43 | |
| 15 | 34 | -4 | 42 | |
| 16 | 34 | -4 | 39 | |
| 17 | 34 | -16 | 36 | |
| 18 | 34 | -10 | 34 | |
| 19 | 35 | -36 | 20 | |
| 20 | 34 | -38 | 17 |
All Fixtures (58)
A side that controls possession averaging 60% possession. They've won 4 games despite having less possession, showing they're effective without the ball. They've dropped points in 5 games despite controlling possession, indicating issues breaking down defenses. They've lost 5 games despite having more possession, showing significant vulnerability when expected to control matches Additionally, They've struggled to hold onto leads, losing 6 times after being ahead at halftime Meanwhile, They've dropped 15 points from winning positions, indicating issues closing out games. They build play through patient, accurate passing (586 passes/game, 88% success rate). Their attacking output is impressive: 15.2 shots per game, 5.4 finding the target. They prioritize getting into dangerous areas (11.2 shots inside the box per game) Additionally, They're well-organized defensively (only 2.4 saves required per game) Meanwhile, They generate many corner opportunities (6.1 corners/game). As a top-2 side facing another top-5 team, this represents a clash between quality opponents.
They maintain balanced possession (54%). They've won 8 games despite having less possession, showing they're effective without the ball. They've dropped points in 7 games despite controlling possession, indicating issues breaking down defenses Additionally, They don't give up easily, having won 3 games despite trailing at halftime Meanwhile, They've demonstrated resilience by winning 6 games after falling behind at some point. Their ability to recover is valuable: 19 points gained after falling behind. They've struggled to protect leads, dropping 9 points from winning positions. As a top-5 side facing another top-2 team, this represents a clash between quality opponents.
Manchester City home games half time results
Aston Villa away games half time results
