Manchester United vs Aston Villa: Preview, free tip and statistics

24.09.2021 13:00

A closely watched match between two title contenders Chelsea and Manchester City will take place on Saturday at 13:30. However, parallel to this match, another title contender will also play at this time, when Manchester United will challenge Aston Villa at home at Old Trafford.

Background information, news and team form

Manchester United have brought in big names in the last transfer window in the form of Sancho and Varane, which should be the final pieces to Ole Gunnar Solskajer's jigsaw puzzle, and fans are already expecting at least some trophies from United. However, despite a very promising start in the Premier League, with United keeping pace on 13 points with Chelsea and Liverpool, where they have yet to lose a single game. It's not so glorious in the other competitions. The Red Devils travelled to Bern, Switzerland to start the Champions League, but despite Ronaldo's opening goal, they lost 2-1, having to finish the game with ten men. Another blow for United is the elimination from the English League Cup after the unlucky loss against West Ham, when United lost 0-1 after Lanzini's goal and the competition where United could have won the trophy was reduced by one. 

Aston Villa lost their biggest talisman over the summer, namely captain Jack Graelish, who moved to the blue side of Manchester - to Manchester City for 118 million euros, becoming the most expensive sale of Aston Villa in the club's history. However, Aston Villa's owner and executive team are among those who put money into the club and reinvest any sales. Aston Villa bought three new signings in place of Graelish in the form of Budendia, who transferred from Norwich, Jamaican winger from Leverkusen Leon Bailey and experienced Southampton striker Danny Ings. Coach Dean Smith, in the end, can be very happy with his squad. Aston Villa managed to gain 7 points after the first five rounds and now sit in 10th place in the table of the top English competition. Aston Villa's form is not bad and they only lost against Chelsea in London with a close 3-2 loss to Watford. If Dean Smith's team doesn't rest on its laurels it should be able to think about the position in the top half of the table.

 

 

Betdoin's view of the game 

Bookmakers have priced Manchester United to win at odds of 1.42. A draw is available at odds of 5, and if you want to bet on an away win, it is available at odds of 8.20. The goal line for this match is set at over 2.75. Our clever Betdoin algorithm sees the value for this match mainly in the over bets. Another interesting bet seems to be the under yellow card bet.

 

 

Absentees and likely line-ups 

United will be missing Marcus Rashford and Amad Diallo. Edinson Cavani's start is still rather unlikely as he only returned to training this week. As for Aston Villa, they will be missing Tuanzebe, who cannot start against his parent club. Morgan Sanson, Davis and Trezeguet will miss out due to injuries. The uncertain players are Matt Target, McGinn and Bailey who is struggling with a thigh injury. 

Manchester United - estimated line-up:

De Gea - Wan-Bissaka, Varane, Maguire, Shaw - Fred, McTominay - Greenwood, Fernandes, Pogba - Ronaldo

Aston Villa - estimated line-up:

Martinez - Mings, Hause, Konsa - Cash, Luiz, Nakamba, Ramsey, Young - Ings, Watkins

 

Free tip for Manchester United vs Aston Villa - Over 2,5 goals (1,57)

 

Manchester United vs Aston Villa FAQ:

Where can I watch the Manchester United vs Aston Villa match live on TV?  The match is live on SuperSport Football Plus ROA, DStv Now, Sanyuka TV.

What players to watch during the match? Ronaldo, Pogba, Fernandes, Watkins, Ings

Who are the favourites for the match? According to the bookmakers, Manchester United is the favourite (1.41).

How did the last game between the two teams end? Aston Villa 1-3 Manchester United, 9/5/2021. 

What time does the game start? Kickoff at 1:30pm. 

What stadium will the game be played in? Old Trafford (Manchester)

Where can I find the game at Betdoin? Full statistics can be found here.

 

 

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