West Ham vs Aston Villa Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26

The Villans are undefeated in their last five games against the Hammers.

West Ham United are now gearing up to face Aston Villa for their matchweek 16 fixture of the 2025-26 English Premier League. This is going to be an entertaining outing, which will take place at the London Stadium.

The Hammers are already in the relegation zone due to their lacklustre performances since the start of the season. Despite being at home, they will not feel confident due to their current run of form.

West Ham United were held to a draw against Brighton in their previous game. The upcoming contest is also going to be a tough one for them.

Aston Villa are in top form at the moment. They are in third place in the Premier League points table. A win here can get them close to the table toppers.

The Villans have won all of their last three league games and will be looking to continue their positive run. Although they will be away from home, they will be full of confidence.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: London Stadium
• Date: Sunday, December 14
• Kick-off Time: 07:30 p.m. IST/ 02:00 p.m. GMT/ 09:00 a.m. ET/ 06a.m. PT
• Referee: Anthony Taylor
• VAR: In use

A Sunday showdown in the capital is next ⏭️ pic.twitter.com/YibGux3f2Y

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) December 12, 2025

Form:

West Ham: W-D-L-D-D

Aston Villa: W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Lucas Paquetá (West Ham)

Lucas Paquetá is going to be a crucial part of the squad for West Ham United. The opponents will surely feel his presence in the midfield and as well as in the attacking front. The 28-year-old can score goals and can also create plays for his fellow teammates, which usually end up being useful.

Emiliano Buendía (Aston Villa)

The 28-year-old Argentine scored an important match-winning goal against Arsenal in the previous Premier League outing for the Villans. He will be yet again ready to help his side. Emiliano Buendía is good at regulating the ball in the midfield and is also capable of scoring goals.

In 13 league matches this season, he has scored four goals and has two assists.

Match Facts

• Aston Villa have won all of their last five matches.
• West Ham United have failed to secure a win in their last four games.
• The Hammers are winless in their last five meetings against the Villans.

Unai Emery collects the LMA Performance of the Week award for our 2-1 win over Arsenal 👏 pic.twitter.com/T1sY7ahn0j

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) December 12, 2025

West Ham vs Aston Villa: Betting Tips and Odds

• Aston Villa to win @21/20 Coral
• Ollie Watkins to score @6/4 Ladbrokes
• Goals under 3.5 @2/5 Unibet

Injury and Team News

West Ham United will miss out on the services of Oliver Scarles due to his injury.

Tyrone Mings and Ross Barkley are not going to be part of Aston Villa’s squad due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 123

West Ham won: 45

Aston Villa won: 41

Draws: 37

Predicted Lineups

West Ham predicted lineup (3-4-1-2)

Areola (GK); Mavropanos, Kilman, Todibo; Wan-Bissaka, Fernandes, Rodríguez, Diouf; Paquetá; Bowen, Summerville

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

Martinez (GK); Cash, Konsa, Torres, Maatsen; Kamara, Onana; McGinn, Tielemans, Buendia; Watkins

Match Prediction

The hosts will be desperate for a win here, but the Villans are not going to give them many chances. Aston Villa are likely to come out on top to secure a win against West Ham United in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: West Ham 1-2 Villa

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: Sky Sports and TNT Sports

US: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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