Just four more matchdays left for the Premier League to conclude, and excitement is mounting ever higher. Even after Liverpool have already bagged the title, the race for Europe is still on, so there’s extra pressure on the remaining fixtures. This Saturday, May 3, the matches will start with the Aston Villa vs Fulham fixture.
The two clubs stand back-to-back on the league table, with Aston Villa in the 7th and Fulham in the 8th position. This crucial fixture will determine who grabs the three points and moves ahead on the table. But before kickoff, read our detailed preview of the match so that you are equipped with the team forms, past stats and odds.
Quick Facts
- Day and Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
- Time: 12:30 PM (UK Time)
- Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham
- Referee: Robert Jones
Match Preview
Current Form
| Aston Villa Results | Fulham Results |
|---|---|
| Crystal Palace 3-0 Aston Villa
(Apr 26, 2025: FA Cup Semifinal) |
Southampton 1-2 Fulham
(Apr 26, 2025: Premier League) |
| Man City 2-1 Aston Villa
(Apr 22, 2025: Premier League) |
Fulham 1-2 Chelsea
(Apr 20, 2025: Premier League) |
| Aston Villa 4-1 Newcastle
(Apr 19, 2025: Premier League) |
Bournemouth 1-0 Fulham
(Apr 14, 2025: Premier League) |
| Aston Villa 3-2 PSG
(Apr 15, 2025: Champions League Quarterfinals) |
Fulham 3-2 Liverpool
(Apr 6, 2025: Premier League) |
| Southampton 0-3 Aston Villa
(Apr 12, 2025: Premier League) |
Arsenal 2-1 Fulham
(Apr 1, 2025: Premier League) |
Head-to-Head History
- Oct 19, 2024: Fulham 1-3 Aston Villa (Premier League)
- Feb 17, 2024: Fulham 1-2 Aston Villa (Premier League)
- Nov 12, 2023: Aston Villa 3-1 Fulham (Premier League)
- Jul 27, 2023: Fulham 0-2 Aston Villa (Club Friendlies)
- Apr 26, 2023: Aston Villa 1-0 Fulham (Premier League)
Aston Villa Team News
Injuries/Suspensions
At the time of publication of this article, Aston Villa boasts a fully fit squad for the matchup against Fulham.
Players to Watch
Aston Villa has some lethal forwards, like Ollie Watkins, Morgan Rogers, Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio. They have scored some of the most brilliant goals this season, but the spotlight is also on their Argentine goalkeeper, Emi Martinez, who has made some fabulous saves.
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Martinez; M. Cash, E. Konsa, P. Torres, L. Digne, Y. Tielemans, J. McGinn, M. Rogers, M. Asensio, J. Ramsey, O. Watkins
Under Unai Emery’s guidance, the Villans might adopt a possession-based style coupled with quick counter-attacks. The team can also efficiently exploit spaces and pose a threat to the opposition.
Fulham Team News
Injuries/Suspensions
Fulham will have to face Aston Villa without Reiss Nelson (hamstring injury) and Rodrigo Muniz (knock) as both players are under recovery. The absence of both forwards might impact Fulham’s performance unless the other players step in.
Players to Watch
The top Fulham players definitely consist of Alex Iwobi, Raul Jimenez and Emile Smith Rowe. They have repeatedly delivered incredible performances, with many resulting in impressive goals. Meanwhile, defender Antonee Robinson is also worth mentioning after his brilliant 10 assists this season.
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Leno; T. Castagne, I. Diop, J. Andersen, A. Robinson, S. Berge, S. Lukic, A. Iwobi, E. Smith Rowe, Adama, R. Jimenez
Fulham’s style of play might involve developing attempts from the back and taking advantage of the pitch. Marco Silva has also encouraged a strong defensive form, which the team will have to toughen for the clash against Aston Villa.
Key Stats and Insights
| Aston Villa | Stats | Fulham |
| 7 | Position | 8 |
| 16 | Won | 14 |
| 9 | Drawn | 9 |
| 9 | Lost | 11 |
| 51.1% | Possession | 52.3% |
| 54 | Goals scored | 50 |
| 49 | Goals conceded | 46 |
| 1.59 | Avg goals scored per match | 1.47 |
| 1.44 | Avg goals conceded per match | 1.35 |
| 444 | Shots | 462 |
| 156 | Shots on target | 154 |
| 6 | Clean sheets | 5 |
Aston Villa: Home Performance in Premier League
- Apr 19, 2025: Aston Villa 4-1 Newcastle
- Apr 5, 2025: Aston Villa 2-1 Nottingham Forest
- Feb 22, 2025: Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea
- Feb 20, 2025: Aston Villa 2-2 Liverpool
- Feb 15, 2025: Aston Villa 1-1 Ipswich
Fulham: Away Performance in Premier League
- Apr 26, 2025: Southampton 1-2 Fulham
- Apr 15, 2025: Bournemouth 1-0 Fulham
- Apr 2, 2025: Arsenal 2-1 Fulham
- Mar 8, 2025: Brighton 2-1 Fulham
- Feb 26, 2025: Wolves 1-2 Fulham
Aston Villa vs Fulham: Betting Odds at 7bet
At the time of the article’s publication, 7bet offers the following odds on the Aston Villa vs Fulham fixture.
1×2 Odds
| Aston Villa (1) | x | Fulham (2) |
| 19/25 | 14/5 | 10/3 |
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
| Yes | No |
| 5/7 | 11/10 |
Total
| Over 2.5 Goals | Under 2.5 Goals |
| 20/27 | 21/20 |
Please note that the odds are accurate as per the publishing time of the article. Make sure to check the odds before placing a bet.
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