West Ham United welcome Aston Villa to the London Stadium for their Premier League battle on Sunday, December 14.
After having a mini revival, West Ham are back in the relegation zone, highlighting the need for positive results, especially when playing at home.
Villa’s surprise title tilt has truly come alive, and after beating the leaders last weekend, they only trail by three points, but if they are to seriously mount a challenge, these are must-win games for the visitors.
Explore our West Ham United vs Aston Villa betting tips below.
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West Ham United vs Aston Villa predictions: High-flyers to continue rich form
Key stats
- West Ham have lost just one of their last six league outings.
- Both teams scored in 60% of West Ham’s Premier League matches at any venue.
- Aston Villa are on an eight-game winning run across all competitions.
- The Villains only kept a clean sheet in 14% of their away league dates.
Correct score prediction: West Ham United 1-2 Aston Villa
Villa seem almost unstoppable at the moment, especially after their last-gasp winner against Arsenal last week. Unai Emery’s men have also overcome Manchester City earlier this season, with both teams above them in the league table. They won this corresponding fixture last term, with both of their previous two victories ending with the same predicted scoreline.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Mission impossible for the hosts
- HOME: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 1/1 (2.00) – 50.0%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It does not come as a surprise that Ladbrokes have given West Ham the same chance of winning as a stalemate. They have considered the excellent form that the visitors are in, despite being away in this fixture. Emery’s troops have a 50% chance of leaving London with all three points, which could be higher, especially because Villa are only three points away from the top of the league.
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Most recent H2Hs: Villains dominate recent history
Overall, in their 123 meetings, West Ham edge it with 45 wins to 41, an indication of how close this fixture is. However, the last five clashes have seen Villa remain unbeaten, while winning three matches. Before that, though, the Hammers enjoyed a five-game unbeaten run of their own.
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West Ham United preview: Oliver Scarles still in doubt
The last update on Oliver Scarles was that he was to meet with his doctors to find out when he could return to contact training, so this match may be too soon for him. As always, captain Jarrod Bowen will be crucial for the home side, especially as he is the joint-top scorer for the Hammers in the Premier League with four goals.
Predicted lineup: Areola; Mavropanos, Todibo, Killman; Wan-Bissaka, Rodriguez, Paqueta, Diouf; Soucek, Wilson, Bowen
Last five matches
- Brighton 1-1 West Ham
- Manchester United 1-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-2 Liverpool
- Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham
- West Ham 3-2 Burnley
Aston Villa preview: Mings and Barkley absent
Tyrone Mings (hamstring) and Ross Barkley (knee) are still dealing with their respective injuries and will not be available for selection. Emery rotated heavily during the week in their Europa League match at FC Basel. It is highly likely that he will bring back some crucial names like Pau Torres, Emi Martinez, Youri Tielemans, Ollie Watkins and company.
Predicted lineups: Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Maatsen; Kamara, Onana; Buendia, Tielemans, McGinn; Watkins
Last five games
- FC Basel 1-2 Aston Villa
- Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal
- Brighton 3-4 Aston Villa
- Aston Villa 1-0 Wolves
- Aston Villa 2-1 Young Boys
Player to watch: Callum Wilson
Callum Wilson came off the bench last week to provide an assist and get the Hammers in front against Brighton. The former Newcastle striker netted three goals in his last five league outings, and after only getting 19 minutes last weekend, he is primed to start from the first whistle against Villa. Wilson scored three goals in his last two personal head-to-heads with Villa.