Aston Villa vs Brentford Prediction - Premier League
Aston Villa are striving to defend their top-three position against Brentford at Villa Park. The match takes place at 9:00 PM on February 1st, 2026, amidst a midfield personnel crisis for the home team.
At 9:00 PM on February 1st, 2026, Villa Park will be the focal point for the clash between Aston Villa and Brentford in the Premier League. The home team currently sits firmly in 3rd place in the standings with 46 points, while Brentford is in 9th place with 33 points.
Position and goals on the leaderboard
After 23 matches played, Aston Villa are having a sensational season with 14 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses. With their current points total, the Birmingham team holds a significant advantage in the race for a Champions League spot. Conversely, Brentford are mid-table with 10 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses, still maintaining a chance to compete for a place in European competition next season.
| Team | Location | Point | Form (last 5 matches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Villa | 3 | 46 | 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses |
| Brent Ford | 9 | 33 | 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses |
Analysis of form and key statistics
Aston Villa: Strength at Villa Park
Notably, Aston Villa boasts one of the best home records this season, with 8 wins in 11 matches at Villa Park. Their scoring efficiency averages 1.5 goals per game, while their defense has conceded only 1.1 goals per game. However, their recent form has shown signs of slowing down, with only 2 wins in their last 5 home games.
Brentford: Efforts to improve away record
Brentford are struggling considerably when playing away from home. Of their 10 defeats this season, 8 have been away games. While they have the same scoring rate as the home team (1.5 goals per game), the visitors' defense is weaker, conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game.
History of confrontations and current team situation.
The head-to-head history over the last five matches shows an incredible balance. Aston Villa won 2 times, Brentford won 1, and the two teams drew twice. In the first leg in September 2025, the two teams drew 1-1.
Aston Villa injury list
- Alysson:Absent due to injury.
- A. Garcia:Absent due to a thigh injury.
- B. Kamara, J. McGinn:Absent due to a knee injury.
- Y. Tielemans:Absent due to an ankle injury.
- O. Watkins:His availability for the match is still uncertain.
Brentford's injury list
- F. Carvalho, J. Dasilva, A. Milambo:Absent due to a knee injury.
- K. Ajer, M. Damsgaard:His availability for the match is still uncertain.
Predicting results and strategies
Based on statistical indicators, Aston Villa are considered the favorites with a 45% chance of winning, while a draw also has a 45% chance. There is only a 10% chance of an upset victory for Brentford at Villa Park. With both teams missing key players, the match could be tighter than expected.
Predicted result:Aston Villa win or draw.
Team lineup updated at 20:23 on 01/02/2026
Official lineup
Aston Villa
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachUnai Emery
Starting lineup:
- 23. Emiliano Martínez (G)
- 2. Matty Cash (D)
- 4. Ezri Konsa (D)
- 14. Pau Torres (D)
- 22. Ian Maatsen (D)
- 21. Douglas Luiz (M)
- 26. Lamare Bogarde (M)
- 19. Jadon Sancho (M)
- 27. Morgan Rogers (M)
- 10. Emiliano Buendía (M)
- 18. Tammy Abraham (F)
Substitutes:
- 40. Marco Bizot
- 3. Victor Lindelöf
- 12. Lucas Digne
- 5. Tyrone Mings
- 6. Ross Barkley
- 53. George Hemmings
- 24. Amadou Onana
- 31. Leon Bailey
- 9. Harvey Elliott
Brent Ford
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachKeith Andrews
Starting lineup:
- 1. Caoimhin Kelleher (G)
- 33. Michael Kayode (D)
- 20. Kristoffer Ajer (D)
- 4. Sepp van den Berg (D)
- 3. Rico Henry (D)
- 6. Jordan Henderson (M)
- 27. Vitally Janelt (M)
- 19. Dango Ouattara (M)
- 8. Mathias Jensen (M)
- 7. Kevin Schade (M)
- 9. Igor Thiago (F)
Substitutes:
- 12. Hákon Rafn Valdimarsson
- 2. Aaron Hickey
- 5. Ethan Pinnock
- 22. Nathan Collins
- 23. Keane Lewis-Potter
- 18. Yehor Yarmolyuk
- 24. Mikkel Damsgaard
- 45. Romelle Donovan
- 48. Luka Bentt
