Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(25) 15 Goals 12 (26)
(20) 15 Assists 10 (18)
(6.5) 6.6 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.5)
27.5 Average Age 24.8
184.8 Average Height (cm) 183.5
(0.9) 0.9 Shots pg 1.1 (0.9)
(45%) 45% Aerial Duel Success 56% (53%)
(0.6) 0.5 Dribbles pg 0.6 (0.7)
(1.2) 1.1 Tackles pg 1.2 (1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.

Missing Players

Aston Villa
Brighton
Player Reason Status Rating
Jhon Durán Out 6.48
Matty Cash Out 6.56
Jacob Ramsey Doubtful 6.61
Player Reason Status Rating
James Milner Out 6.66
Evan Ferguson Out 6.18
Danny Welbeck Doubtful 6.94
Ferdi Kadioglu Doubtful 6.73
Jack Hinshelwood Doubtful 6.45
Mats Wieffer Doubtful 6.42
Adam Webster Doubtful 6.03

Team News

Aston Villa
Brighton
  • Jacob Ramsey continues to work on a return from injury, while Matty Cash and Jhon Duran are both suspended here.
  • James Milner and Evan Ferguson are ruled out here, while no fewer than five players will be assessed for the visitors.

Match FactsSponsored

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There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of Aston Villa's last 7 games (Premier League).
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Aston Villa have seen over 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches against Brighton in all competitions.
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Aston Villa have scored at least 2 goals in their last 4 home matches against Brighton in all competitions.

Prediction

  • Aston Villa's disappointing away form continued on Boxing Day, with the defeat at Newcastle the sixth in their last seven games on the road.
  • Brighton, meanwhile, made it six matches without a Premier League win, playing out a goalless draw at home to Brentford on Friday evening.
  • Unai Emery's side were rampant 6-1 winners in this fixture last season, and should be backed to take the points again here.
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