Everton vs Aston Villa

Date: September 13 2025, 15:00 BST

Stadium: Hill Dickinson Stadium

Everton (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: J. Pickford
• Defenders: J. O'Brien, J. Tarkowski, M. Keane, J. Garner
• Midfielders: T. Iroegbunam, I. Gueye, I. Ndiaye, K. Dewsbury-Hall
• Forwards: J. Grealish, Beto

Aston Villa (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: E. Martínez
• Defenders: M. Cash, E. Konsa, T. Mings, L. Digne
• Midfielders: L. Bogarde, Y. Tielemans, J. McGinn
• Forwards: M. Rogers, E. Buendía, O. Watkins

Everton will be without N. Patterson due to a muscle bruise and J. Branthwaite, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. This could impact their defensive solidity as they seek to maintain their current form.

Aston Villa face more significant challenges, missing B. Kamara and A. Onana, both also with hamstring injuries. R. Barkley is doubtful due to fitness concerns, and M. Cash has a contusion, potentially weakening their midfield and defensive depth.

This fixture presents an opportunity for Everton to solidify their position in the upper echelons of the Premier League, currently sitting 5th with 6 points. Meanwhile, Aston Villa, languishing in 19th with just 1 point, desperately need a win to kickstart their campaign and avoid relegation worries.

Everton is showing promise with a recent form of two wins and a loss. Their effective attacking play has seen them score 5 goals while conceding 3, demonstrating a balanced team capable of competing at the top level.

Conversely, Aston Villa's form is concerning, with two consecutive losses and a draw in their last three matches. They have failed to find the back of the net yet, significantly hampering their chances in the fiercely competitive Premier League.

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• January 14 2024: Everton 0-0 Aston Villa
• August 20 2023: Aston Villa 4-0 Everton