Manchester United vs Aston Villa: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Man United vs Aston Villa in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:00 BST match.

Fixture: Manchester United vs Aston Villa
Date: Sunday 25 May 2025
Kick-off: 16:00 BST
Venue: Old Trafford

The match at Old Trafford promises to be an intriguing encounter, with both teams having something to prove. Manchester United will be eager to end their season on a high note following Europa League heartbreak, while Aston Villa will look to maintain their momentum and secure a Champions League spot.

Expect a tactical battle, with Villa likely to control possession and look to exploit United's weakened defence. Manchester United, on the other hand, will rely on counter-attacks and set-pieces to create scoring opportunities.

The match could be closely contested, but given Aston Villa's recent form and stronger motivation, they might edge out a victory. A 2-1 win for Aston Villa seems plausible, with Watkins potentially making the difference.

Match Prediction: Manchester United 1-2 Aston Villa

Manchester United's recent form has been concerning, with the team struggling to find consistency. Their last five league matches have seen four defeats and a draw, and midweek defeat to Spurs in the Europa League final simply compounded what has been a disaster of a season.

Last 5 league matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Chelsea (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs West Ham (H)
• Loss: 3-4 vs Brentford (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Bournemouth (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Wolves (H)
  

Aston Villa have been in fine form, securing three consecutive victories and eight wins in their last nine. Their recent performances suggest a team in good spirits and capable of challenging for a strong finish to the season, looking to put an end to their Old Trafford hoodoo.

Last 5 league matches:

• Win: 2-0 vs Tottenham (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Bournemouth (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Fulham (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Man City (A)
• Win: 4-1 vs Newcastle (H)
  

The historical data between Manchester United and Aston Villa shows a competitive rivalry, with United holding a slight edge overall. United have avoided defeat in their last four games against Villa, and have only lost to the Villans at Old Trafford once since 2009.

• Aston Villa 0-0 Man Utd (06 Oct 2024)
• Aston Villa 1-2 Man Utd (11 Feb 2024)
• Man Utd 3-2 Aston Villa (26 Dec 2023)
• Man Utd 1-0 Aston Villa (30 Apr 2023)
• Aston Villa 3-1 Man Utd (06 Nov 2022)
  

• Lisandro Martinez (Knee Injury) - Out
• Matthijs de Ligt (Knock) - Doubt
  

• Marcus Rashford (Ineligible to face parent club)
• Youri Tielemans (Muscle) - Doubt
  

Onana; Lindelof, Maguire, Yoro; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Diallo, Garnacho; Hojlund

Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Maatsen; Onana, Kamara; Rogers, Asensio, McGinn; Watkins

• Bruno Fernandes vs Boubacar Kamara: Fernandes' creativity and set-piece ability will be crucial for United, but Kamara's defensive prowess could neutralise his impact.
• Ollie Watkins vs Harry Maguire: Watkins has been in excellent form and will look to exploit any defensive vulnerabilities, while Maguire will need to be at his best to contain the Villa striker.
• Morgan Rogers vs Casemiro: Rogers' flair and ability to create chances will be tested against Casemiro's experience and defensive solidity in midfield.
  

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins has scored 16 goals in the Premier League this season, taking him to 75 PL goals.

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