Aston Villa vs Brentford
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Match details
Match: Brentford vs Aston Villa
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 2
Kick-off: August 23, 2025, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Gtech Community Stadium
Predicted lineups
Brentford (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: C. Kelleher
- Defenders: M. Kayode, N. Collins, S. van den Berg, R. Henry
- Midfielders: M. Jensen, Y. Yarmolyuk, K. Lewis-Potter
- Forwards: A. Milambo, Fábio Carvalho, Thiago
Aston Villa (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: M. Bizot
- Defenders: M. Cash, E. Konsa, T. Mings, L. Digne
- Midfielders: B. Kamara, A. Onana, M. Rogers
- Forwards: Y. Tielemans, J. McGinn, O. Watkins
Match background
Brentford enters this fixture following a 3-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest in their opening match of the 2025–26 Premier League season. The Bees have faced challenges in their recent encounters with Aston Villa, with Villa winning four of the last seven meetings, including a 1-0 victory in March 2025. Brentford's home form has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last seven Premier League home games. Aston Villa, on the other hand, secured a top-seven finish in the 2024/25 season, narrowly missing out on a Champions League spot. Their squad depth, bolstered by the signing of striker Evann Guessand, positions them as strong contenders for this match.
Recent form
Brentford:
Brentford's recent form has been mixed, with a loss in their opening match against Nottingham Forest. The team has struggled to maintain consistency, especially in home fixtures, where they have been winless in their last seven Premier League matches, losing five and failing to score in four.
Aston Villa:
Aston Villa has demonstrated resilience, finishing fourth in the 2024/25 season and securing a place in the Champions League for the first time. Their squad depth, including the addition of striker Evann Guessand, positions them as strong contenders for this match.
Head-to-head record
- March 8, 2025: Brentford 0-1 Aston Villa
- December 4, 2024: Aston Villa 3-1 Brentford
- April 6, 2024: Aston Villa 3-3 Brentford
- December 17, 2023: Brentford 1-2 Aston Villa
Prediction
Considering the recent form and squad strengths, Aston Villa is favored to secure a narrow victory in this encounter.
Betting tip: Double chance: draw or Aston Villa