Brentford will take on Aston Villa in the Premier League this weekend, in a match between two teams who were far from at their best in the opening weekend of the season.
The hosts come into the match with their new manager already under pressure after their heavy defeat to Nottingham Forest last week.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, should count themselves fortunate to have picked up a point at home to Newcastle.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, here is our Brentford vs Aston Villa prediction.
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Brentford vs Aston Villa prediction: The Bees to be stung once again
Key Stats
- More than two goals have been scored in both of Brentford's last two matches.
- More than two goals have been scored in six of Aston Villa's last eight matches.
Correct score prediction: Brentford 1-2 Aston Villa
Alarm bells should be ringing at the Gtech Community Stadium after last week's performance against Nottingham Forest, and Aston Villa possess the talent to pile on the pressure this week. The Villains may have started sluggishly, but that has been the norm under Unai Emery, so expect a much better performance this weekend.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Brentford are the underdogs
- HOME: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.5%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Brentford vs Aston Villa odds indicate that the hosts have it all to do if they are to pick up their first win of the season on Saturday. Ladbrokes have made Aston Villa the favourites, giving them a 45.5% chance of winning the match, while Brentford have been given just a 32.3% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Villa
Aston Villa have an excellent recent record against Brentford, which should fill them with plenty of confidence ahead of kick-off on Sunday. The Villains are unbeaten in their last six matches against the Bees, with four wins and two draws. Brentford's last win over Villa came back in January 2022.
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Brentford preview: Wissa won't play
Yoane Wissa will remain unavailable for selection as the striker looks to secure a move away from the club. Keith Andrews will also be without Vitaly Janelt, Paris Maghoma and Gustavo Nunes, but he should be able to call upon Mikkel Damsgaard and Ethan Pinnock after the pair missed their opener last week.
Predicted lineup: Kelleher (GK), Kayode, Collins, Van den Berg, Henry, Jensen, Henderson, Damsgaard, Lewis-Potter, Thiago, Schade
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Aston Villa preview: Suspension pros and woes
Aston Villa will have to play Saturday's match without Ezri Konsa after the defender was sent off in the club's match against Newcastle last weekend. In better news, Emi Martinez is ready to return after serving his own suspension last weekend. Morgan Rogers is expected to play despite links to Tottenham.
Predicted lineup: Martinez (GK), Cash, Torres, Mings, Digne, Onana, Kamara, McGinn, Tielemans, Rogers, Watkins
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Player to watch: Ollie Watkins
Ollie Watkins' name had been bandied about the Premier League this summer, which suggests Aston Villa were open to selling their star striker. With time now ticking until the end of the window, that is unlikely to remain the case, so all parties can now knuckle down and get back to doing what has made Villa so good in recent years.