This week is all set to host matchday 27 of 38 of the Premier League and the Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa is one of the thrilling fixtures. The match will kick off at Selhurst Park, home of the Eagles, on February 25. Both teams are boosting brilliant forms after their recent victories.
Crystal Palace were in complete control of their clash against Fulham. The Eagles led the first half due to Fulham’s own goal and they sealed their victory in the second half after Daniel Munoz’s goal in the 66th minute.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, were down by a goal in the first half against Chelsea. However, Marco Asensio scored twice in the second half, both times assisted by Marcus Rashford, and bagged a win for the Villans.
The upcoming fixture looks like it’s going to be an equally contested encounter. But before the match kicks off, let’s look at its detailed preview.
- Day and Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM (UK Time)
- Venue: Selhurst Park, London
- Referee: Samuel Barrott
- Where to watch in the UK: Sky Sports
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Team Analyses
The season so far has been quite rocky for Crystal Palace as they occupy the 13th position on the league table with 8 wins, 9 draws and 9 losses. Although there have been inconsistencies in their performance, things are looking good for the Eagles in their last 5 games where they bagged 3 victories. Their recent win against Fulham has also ensured that they remain on their position on the league table.
Aston Villa boosts quite a steady performance compared to their opponents. The Villans have occupied the 8th position on the table with 11 wins, 9 draws and 7 losses. Their last 5 fixtures have been full of action with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss. After a 2-1 win against Chelsea, they have retained their position on the table.
It looks like a match with two teams who almost have an equally positive form at the moment. Both teams will aim to grab the three victory points during the last few fixtures of the league.
Premier League Season Highlights
| Crystal Palace | Stats | Aston Villa |
| 13 | League position | 8 |
| 8 | Won | 11 |
| 9 | Drawn | 9 |
| 9 | Lost | 7 |
| 33 | Total points | 42 |
| 31 | Goals scored | 39 |
| 32 | Goals conceded | 41 |
| -1 | Goal difference | -2 |
| 1.19 | Avg goals scored per match | 1.44 |
| 1.23 | Avg goals conceded per match | 1.52 |
| 77% | Passing accuracy | 86% |
| 58% | Tackle success | 58% |
| 102 | Blocked shots | 104 |
| 8 | Clean sheets | 3 |
| 2.08 | Chances created per match | 2.26 |
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Team Forms
| Crystal Palace Results | Aston Villa Results |
| Fulham 0-2 Crystal Palace
(Feb 22, 2025: Premier League) |
Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea
(Feb 22, 2025: Premier League) |
| Crystal Palace 1-2 Everton
(Feb 15, 2025: Premier League) |
Aston Villa 2-2 Liverpool
(Feb 19, 2025: Premier League) |
| Doncaster Rovers 0-2 Crystal Palace
(Feb 10, 2025: FA Cup) |
Aston Villa 1-1 Ipswich Town
(Feb 15, 2025: Premier League) |
| Manchester United 0-2 Crystal Palace
(Feb 2, 2025: Premier League) |
Aston Villa 2-1 Tottenham
(Feb 9, 2025: FA Cup) |
| Crystal Palace 1-2 Brentford
(Jan 26, 2025: Premier League) |
Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa
(Feb 1, 2025: Premier League) |
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Latest Team News
Crystal Palace injured players: Cheick Doucoure (knee injury), Chadi Riad (knee injury), Joel Ward (calf injury)
Aston Villa injured players: Pau Torres (foot injury), Ross Barkley (calf injury), Boubacar Kamara (muscle injury), Amadou Onana (hamstring injury), Tyrone Mings (knee injury), Morgan Rogers
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Previous Meetings
- Nov 23, 2024: Aston Villa 2-2 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- Oct 31, 2024: Aston Villa 1-2 Crystal Palace (EFL Cup)
- May 19, 2024: Crystal Palace 5-0 Aston Villa (Premier League)
- Sep 16, 2023: Aston Villa 3-1 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
- Mar 4, 2023: Aston Villa 1-0 Crystal Palace (Premier League)
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Insights
- Crystal Palace has scored 8 goals in the last 5 matches
- Aston Villa has scored 7 goals in the last 5 matches
- Aston Villa FC have lost 8 of their last 11 away games
- Crystal Palace have scored first in 10 of their last 26 home games
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa: Odds as per 7bet
| Crystal Palace (1) | x | Aston Villa (2) |
| 17/11 | 7/3 | 9/5 |
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