Zrinjski vs Aston Villa: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :December 12, 2023 at 7:53 PM

Modified at :January 14, 2024 at 12:20 AM

Aston Villa just need a point to secure the top spot

Aston Villa will face Zrinjski in the final match of their group stage match of the UEFA Conference League 2023-24 season. Unai Emery and his men are in a great run of form and won their last two matches against Arsenal and Manchester City.

The English side has won four games in the competitions and their opponents sit at the bottom of the table in their group.

Kick-off:

Thursday, 14 December 2023 at 5:45 PM (GMT); 11:15 PM (IST)

Location: Stadion Bijeli Brijeg

Form

Zrinjski (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-W

Aston Villa (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

Players to watch

Nemanja Bilbija (Zrinjski)

The Bosnian striker is the highest goal-scorer for his side this season. He has scored one goal this season and will be eyeing for more in this match.

Moussa Diaby (Aston Villa)

Moussa Diaby is adjusting well in the team and will be the main player in the attack for Emery’s men. He was rested in the last Premier League match and was forced to come in at half-time following Bailey’s injury. The Frenchman already has four goals and four assists to his name in 22 games across all competitions.

Match facts

Aston Villa have won their last four games in Europe.
Zrinjski have lost their last four European games and only scored one goal.
Villa are on a seven-match unbeaten run.

Injury & team news

Leon Bailey appeared to pick up a knock in the first half against Arsenal and was replaced by Moussa Diaby at half-time. He is expected to return to the team. Villa will be without all their long-term absentees.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 1

Zrinjski – 0

Aston Villa – 1

Draws – 0

Predicted Lineup

Zrinjski predicted lineup:

Maric; Corluka, Jakovljevic, Radic, Memija; Canadjija, Zlomislic; Sabljic, Ivancic, Malekinusic; Bilbija

Aston Villa predicted lineup:

Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Lenglet, Digne; Zaniolo, Dendoncker, Luiz, Ramsey; Diaby; Duran

Match Prediction for Zrinjski vs Aston Villa

Aston Villa were dominant at home against the same opposition. Emery’s men attempted 27 shots in the match and their opponents only had three. Expect Villa to attack more and secure a comfortable win.

Prediction: Zrinjski 0-2 Aston Villa

Telecast for Zrinjski vs Aston Villa

India – Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – Paramount Global

Nigeria – Supersport

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