Arsenal vs Aston Villa prediction and betting tips on January 18, 2025
Game Prediction
On January 18, 2025, the 22nd round of the English Premier League will feature Arsenal hosting Aston Villa. Unai Emery is particularly motivated to face his former club, and both teams have ambitious goals requiring them to earn points.
Our prediction for Arsenal vs Aston Villa
The "Gunners" had a strong return to the Champions League last season, reaching the knockout stages. Domestically, they finished second in the Premier League, only two points behind Manchester City. Aston Villa, while competing in the Conference League, surprised everyone by overtaking Tottenham to secure fourth place in the league.
This earned Emery's side a debut in the Champions League group stage, where they started with three wins. Despite a modest continuation, they secured a spot in the knockout rounds. However, domestically, after a promising start, their form dipped. They were eliminated early in the League Cup and narrowly defeated West Ham 2-1 in the FA Cup this January. In the Premier League, inconsistent results saw them fall behind the leaders, making their victory over Everton particularly crucial.
Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, also experienced ups and downs. They performed well in the Champions League but lost stability in the Premier League. However, in the North London Derby against Tottenham, they secured a 2-1 win while their key competitors could only manage draws. Reaching the League Cup semi-finals, they suffered a 0-2 home defeat to Newcastle. In the FA Cup, they were knocked out by Manchester United on penalties, despite playing with a numerical advantage for much of the match.
The hosts average nearly two goals per match in the Premier League while conceding half as much. Villa's statistics are less impressive, with Emiliano Martínez conceding more goals (1.52) than his teammates score (1.48).
Arsenal vs Aston Villa: Key statistics and trends
- Arsenal failed to win three consecutive matches before the North London Derby.
- 57% of Arsenal's matches end with both teams scoring, with an average of 2.86 total goals per match.
- Aston Villa has won their last three matches.
- 67% of Aston Villa's matches end with both teams scoring, with an average of 3.0 total goals per match.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa: Possible starting lineups
Arsenal (possible lineup): Raya – Calafiori, Gabriel, Saliba, Partey – Merino, Jorginho, Rice – Trossard, Nwaneri, Gabriel Jesus
Aston Villa (possible lineup): Martínez – Digne, Mings, Konsa, Cash – Barkley, Kamara, McGinn, Tielemans, Bailey – Watkins
Head-to-head matches: Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Last season, Emery defeated Arteta twice. However, in late summer, Arsenal secured an emphatic 2-0 revenge win in Birmingham.
Free prediction for Arsenal vs Aston Villa
The London giants, despite their shaky form, are heavily favored. However, we suggest betting on the in-form visitors with a "+1 goal" handicap (odds: 2.02).
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's performance in the Premier League standings.