England League Cup - Aston Villa VS Crystal Palace Prediction

England League Cup  -  Aston Villa VS Crystal Palace
Match Time:31-10-2024 03:45 Thursday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Aston Villa has been in commendable form, currently positioned fourth in the Premier League standings. Despite their recent draw against Brentford, Villa has shown resilience, having been unbeaten in 11 matches. Unai Emery's squad has been impressive at Villa Park, making it a challenging venue for visiting teams. While they suffered a minor setback against Arsenal, they have successfully navigated the League Cup, overcoming Wycombe with a rotated lineup. Emery is likely to employ similar rotation against Crystal Palace, which could influence the game dynamics.

Crystal Palace recently ended a three-game losing streak with a surprising victory over Tottenham in the Premier League. This season, they've struggled for consistency, with only three wins to their name. The Eagles have shown promise in the League Cup by defeating QPR and Norwich. Eberechi Eze has been a standout performer, contributing significantly in their recent victories. However, injuries to key players like Richards, Riad, Lerma, and Doucoure could impact their performance at Villa Park.

Head-to-Head
In the last five encounters, both teams have two victories each, with one draw. Crystal Palace managed an emphatic win at the end of last season, but Aston Villa has maintained an unbeaten streak against them at home.

Prediction
Given the current form and likelihood of squad rotations, both teams are expected to score. Aston Villa's home advantage and Crystal Palace's recent resurgence suggest a competitive match. The prediction leans towards both teams finding the net, with a potential 1-1 draw as a realistic outcome. Additionally, Crystal Palace's ability to win corners suggests they may achieve over 3.5 corners in the game.

Pick: Both Teams To Score - Yes