2020-21 Premier League – Aston Villa vs West Ham Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Aston Villa vs West Ham kick off? Wednesday 3rd February, 2021 – 20:15 (UK)
Where is Aston Villa vs West Ham being played? Villa Park, Birmingham
Where can I get tickets for Aston Villa vs West Ham? Some clubs can now have some fans back in their stadiums so it is worth checking official club websites for the latest updates on the ticket situation
What TV channel is Aston Villa vs West Ham on in the UK? BT Sport
Where can I stream Aston Villa vs West Ham in the UK? BT Sport subscribers can stream the match live via the BT Sport website & app
THE TEAM NEWS
ASTON VILLA
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Targett; Douglas Luiz, McGinn; Traore, Barkley, Grealish; Watkins
UNAVAILABLE: Wesley (Injured), Hause (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE:
WEST HAM
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Fabianski; Coufal, Ogbonna, Dawson, Cresswell; Soucek, Rice; Bowen, Benrahma, Fornals; Antonio
UNAVAILABLE: Masuaku (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Randolph (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
After throwing away the lead twice to lose away at Burnley, Aston Villa responded very well in their most recent Premier League game, beating Southampton 0-1 at St Mary’s this past Saturday. Ross Barkley scored the only goal of the game which took Dean Smith’s side within a point of Tottenham, Chelsea and Everton. Here they host a West Ham side who are off the back of a 1-3 defeat at the hands of Liverpool. Prior to that game, the Hammers had won their last six matches in all competitions and were in excellent form. However, Aston Villa have proven themselves as a very strong outfit this season and a tight contest is expected. Both sides have the tools to win this one, but with each well aware of the threat posed by the opposition, it may be the case that the two teams are happy to settle for a draw.
