Tournament: Premier League England
Venue: London Stadium (London)
Game Time: August 17, 2024, 12:30
West Ham United will host Aston Villa in the first round of the English Premier League on August 17, 2024. With new managerial changes and squad reinforcements, both teams will be eager to start their campaigns on a positive note.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Recent Form: West Ham has won only two of their last twelve matches.
- Goal Scoring: West Ham has scored at least once in their last seven matches.
- First Half Performance: West Ham wins the first half in 35% of their matches.
- Head-to-Head: The most common scoreline between these teams is 1-1, occurring ten times.
- Recent Form: Aston Villa has lost three of their last four games.
- First Half Performance: Aston Villa wins the first half in 37% of their matches.
- Head-to-Head: Aston Villa took four out of six possible points from West Ham last season.
Team Analysis
West Ham United: West Ham, under former manager David Moyes, experienced a mix of success, including winning the Conference League. However, a ninth-place finish in the Premier League was deemed insufficient, leading to the appointment of Julen Lopetegui as the new manager. Lopetegui has been backed with key signings like Summerville, Guido Rodríguez, and Füllkrug. The team’s pre-season form has been inconsistent, but official matches under Lopetegui will provide a clearer picture of their potential.
Aston Villa: Aston Villa, under Unai Emery, created a sensation by finishing fourth last season, securing a spot in the Champions League. Despite losing key players like David Luiz and Moussa Diaby, they have reinforced their squad with signings like Maatsen and Amadou Onana, and the return of Philogene-Bidace and Archer. Emery’s tactical acumen will be crucial as they navigate both domestic and European competitions.
Probable Starting Lineups
West Ham United (Probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Fabiański
- Defenders: Cresswell, Kilman, Mavropanos
- Midfielders: Emerson, Ward-Prowse, Kudus, Souček, Summerville, Coufal
- Forward: Füllkrug
Aston Villa (Probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Olsen
- Defenders: Digne, Maatsen, Diego Carlos, Konsa
- Midfielders: McGinn, Chambers, Amadou Onana, Philogene-Bidace
- Forwards: Watkins, Archer
Head-to-Head Matches
In recent years, West Ham has generally performed well against Aston Villa. However, last season, Aston Villa managed to take four out of six possible points from West Ham, indicating a close contest.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: West Ham vs Aston Villa
West Ham will aim to start the season with a win under their new manager Lopetegui, but Emery’s Aston Villa will be determined to secure points in London as they prepare for their Champions League campaign. The recommended bet for this match is "Over 3.0 goals" (odds – 1.86).
Prediction: Over 3.0 goals (odds – 1.86).
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