Aston Villa vs Juventus Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Unai Emery eyes taking Villa back to winning ways with a win over the Old Lady.

Matchweek 5 of the UEFA Champions League group fixtures takes us to Villa Park in Birmingham, where Aston Villa are set to lock horns against Juventus.

Aston Villa, who began the season on a strong note, now find themselves in a slump, sitting 8th in the Premier League standings after a disappointing run of five winless matches. Their recent struggles include a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, a narrow loss to Club Brugge in the Champions League, a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, and a draw against Crystal Palace. This dip in form has raised concerns, as their early-season momentum has seemingly fizzled out.

In the Champions League, Villa’s fortunes have also taken a hit. Despite a promising start with three consecutive victories, their defeat to Club Brugge has highlighted vulnerabilities. The team now faces mounting pressure to regain their form and take control of their season.

Juventus are enduring challenging times this season, currently sitting 6th in the Serie A standings with only six wins from 13 matches. Their domestic campaign have been marred by inconsistency, raising concerns among fans and pundits alike. In the UEFA Champions League, their situation is similarly precarious, as they hold the 11th spot with 7 points from four matches, courtesy of two wins and a draw.

Despite being level on points with heavyweights like Manchester City, Arsenal, and Bayer Leverkusen, Juventus are under pressure to improve their form. A win against Aston Villa in their next fixture could prove pivotal, potentially drawing them level with second-placed Sporting Club Portugal. With their hopes of resurgence hinging on this encounter, Juventus will aim to turn their faltering momentum into a winning streak and reassert their dominance.

Kick-off:

Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 1:30 AM IST

Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham, UK

Form:

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

Juventus (in all competitions): D-W-D-W-D

Players to watch out for:

Oliver Watkins (Aston Villa):

Ollie Watkins, who rose to prominence with a crucial late strike that sent Gareth Southgate’s England to the UEFA Euro 2024 final, has been a key figure for Aston Villa since joining the club in 2020. With 158 appearances and 65 goals for Villa, Watkins has proven to be a consistent and vital contributor to their attacking line.

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— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) November 24, 2024

On the international stage, Watkins has made 18 appearances for England, making his debut in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification match against San Marino. His recent goal came in a Nations League fixture against Greece, showcasing his continued form for the national side. As Aston Villa prepare for a challenging clash against Juventus, Watkins will be eager to bring his goal-scoring ability to the fore and help his side secure a vital victory.

Andrea Cambiaso (Juventus)

Andrea Cambiaso, the Italian professional from Genoa, has showcased his talent across clubs like Empoli and Bologna before joining Juventus in 2022. With 46 appearances and three goals for the Bianconeri, Cambiaso has steadily established himself as a key player. Known for his dynamic overlapping runs, he has added an extra dimension to Juventus’ attacking play from the flanks.

Recently, Cambiaso earned his first cap for Italy in a friendly against Venezuela, marking a significant milestone in his career. As Juventus prepare for their crucial encounter against Aston Villa, Cambiaso will aim to leverage his offensive prowess and defensive resilience to help his team secure a vital win and gain momentum in their campaign.

Match Facts:

• Juventus have 100% win accuracy over their opponents
• Villa lost three of their last five matches.
• Juventus drew three of their last five games.

Aston Villa vs Juventus: Betting Tips and Odds:

• Aston Villa to win the match – 11/8 with bet365
• Ollie Watkins to score first – 5/1 with Paddy Power
• Aston Villa 2-0 Juventus: 12/1 with William Hill

Injuries and Team News:

For Villa, Kartney Hause will be absent due to injury concerns.

For Juventus, Bremer and Juan Cabal are set to miss the upcoming game.

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— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) November 23, 2024

Head To Head stats:

Total matches: 2

Aston Villa won: 0

Juventus won: 2

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineup:

Aston Villa predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Martinez (GK); Bogarde, Carlos, Torres, Maatsen; Barkley, Tielemans; Bailey, Rogers, McGinn; Watkins

Juventus predicted lineup (4-2-2-2)

Di Gregorio (GK); Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Yildiz; Koopmeiners, McKennie

Match Prediction:

Despite Villa going through a rough patch, we expect them to make the most of their home advantage and grab a comfortable win over the Old Lady in the upcoming game.

Prediction: Aston Villa 2-0 Juventus

Telecast Details:

India: Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv

UK: Amazon Prime Video, Discovery+

USA: Paramount+

Nigeria: DStv Now

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