Comments and predictions for Aston Villa vs Man City: Guests drop the victory

Latest Aston Villa vs Man City team information

Jhon Duran, who replaced Ollie Watkins due to a minor injury, could continue to be Aston Villa's main striker on Saturday. Watkins, with seven goals, is the team's top scorer, but Duran has six after scoring against Nottingham Forest. Manager Unai Emery has been cautious and has not used both strikers at the same time.

Leon Bailey could return from a hamstring injury, Tyrone Mings is available after missing the Nottingham Forest game, but Jacob Ramsey remains sidelined through injury.

For Manchester City, Mateo Kovacic and John Stones are back on the bench after injury. Rodri and Oscar Bobb remain long-term absentees, and Nathan Ake has recently joined the injury list. Manuel Akanji could be fit, and Rico Lewis is also available after suspension. Jack Grealish will return to his home stadium, but Jeremy Doku is now a priority in Pep Guardiola's plans.

Aston Villa vs Man City latest predicted team

Aston Villa:

Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Kamara, Tielemans; Cash, Rogers, McGinn; Watkins

Manchester City:

Ederson; Walker, Dias, Gvardiol, Lewis; Kovacic; Silva, De Bruyne, Foden, Doku; Haaland

Latest football commentary on Aston Villa vs Man City

Aston Villa, level on points with Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, were close to leapfrogging their rivals into the top four, but Forest's two quick goals saw victory slip away from Villa. They had won three in a row before, but this defeat made it four of their last seven league games.

After an impressive 2023-24 campaign, competing in both competitions has tested Villa’s squad depth, particularly a run of four away defeats in the Premier League. However, the team remains unbeaten in their last seven home games and currently sits seventh, with a chance to move up if they beat Manchester City this weekend.

Villa last beat City at Aston Villa last year, which helped them climb into the top four. If they repeat this win, it will be the first time since 1993 that Villa have beaten City in consecutive seasons.

Manchester City also suffered a painful defeat in the derby, despite leading, but late mistakes allowed Manchester United to win 2-1. This was City's eighth defeat in 11 games, and they are struggling to maintain their form, especially in defense and the ability to convert chances. Currently fifth and 9 points behind Liverpool, City need to improve if they are to continue to compete for the title.

Aston Villa vs Man City score prediction

Based on the above football comments, we and the world's leading football sites have given the results of the match.Aston Villa vs Man Cityas follows:

• Sportsmole:Aston Villa 1-1 Man City

• WhoScore:Aston Villa 0-1 Man City
• Our newspaper predicts:Aston Villa 2-2 Man City

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