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Wolves vs Aston Villa– Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 02/04/22, Team News and Lineups
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Free predictions and betting picks for Wolves vs Aston Villa
Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Both Teams to Score – 1.91
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: Draw no Bet – Aston Villa – 1.73
Both Teams to Score
When Wolves and Aston Villa last met in October, the Midlands neighbours traded blows in a 3-2 victory for Wanderers and goals at both ends are anticipated again in Saturday’s rematch. Wolves have failed to score in just two of their last eight matches, while the Villains have plundered efforts in six of their last seven tussles on the road. Expect both sides to register again at Molineux.
Aston Villa Draw no Bet
Wolves will be without two of their most important players on Saturday in midfielder Ruben Neves (injured) and striker Raul Jimenez (suspended), and Aston Villa can take advantage of their host’s list of high-profile absentees. Steven Gerrard’s side have won three of their last five assignments on their travels and they pack enough firepower to force another positive result at Wanderers.
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Preliminary review and match prediction for Wolves vs Aston Villa
With two wins and two defeats each in their last four Premier League fixtures before the international break, both Wolves and Aston Villa have been troubled by inconsistency, though the Villains could still have the edge over the depleted rivals in Saturday’s Midlands Derby.
Eighth-placed Wanderers got the better of their neighbours back in October at Villa Park (3-2), though their match-winner that day, Ruben Neves, as well as key centre-forward Raul Jimenez will be missing for this weekend’s rematch through injury and suspension respectively, leaving enormous gaps in the Wolves side in midfield and attack.
That key duo’s absence should give Villa boss Steven Gerrard plenty of motivational ammunition for his team talk this weekend, while bettors should also be enthused about the visitor’s heightened chances of success.
Villa (9th) have blown hot and cold since Gerrard’s arrival from Rangers before Christmas, though their team is sprinkled with enough star quality to make them a real threat on the road, as evidenced by their return of three victories from their last five away tests.
In January signing Philippe Coutinho, the Villains have a genuine world-class operator in the pocket and with livewire Scottish international John McGinn and homegrown starlet Jacob Ramsey backing the Brazilian up, Villa can win the midfield battle on Saturday, especially with Ruben Neves watching on from the sidelines.
Aston Villa won on their last visit to Molineux in the Premier League and they look ready to pounce for the points again against a Wolves side shorn of two of their most impactful performers. However, for extra insurance, take the away side in the draw no bet market, where there is still plenty of value on offer.
Safe Bets
Wolves aren’t the most prolific team at the best of times but with Ruben Neves and Raul Jimenez unavailable, Wanderers will be without a duo that has contributed to 48% of their 31 Premier League goals this season. With much of the cutting edge removed from their ranks, bettors on the lookout for a safe option could choose to side with Villa in the +1.0 goal handicap market at 1.36.
Get Quick Rich
Aston Villa have scored exactly twice in five of their last eight Premier League victories and they have shipped precisely one goal in three of their last four top flight defeats. The Villains also notched twice when they last faced Wolves and a combination of those factors suggests that backing Steven Gerrard’s side at 2-1 in the correct score market could be worth considering with a modest stake at 11.0.
Wolves vs Aston Villa first goalscorer
Philippe Coutinho has started his Villa career with a bang and two of his four goals since his arrival put the Villains in front. In Aston Villa’s last away victory at Leeds, Coutinho rattled the net to break the deadlock and at 6.0, the Brazilian schemer is available at an interesting price to bag the contest’s first goal again at Molineux on Saturday.
Wolves vs Aston Villa Team News
Ruben Neves (injured) and Raul Jimenez (suspended) are big losses for Wolves this weekend, while Ki-Jana Hoever is also unavailable. Nelson Semedo will hope to be fit enough to feature, however.
Marvelous Nakamba and Lucas Digne are both in the treatment room for Aston Villa, though Kortney Hause should be back in contention to feature in the matchday squad.
Starting Lineups
Wolves: Sá – Kilman, Coady, Saiss – Jonny, Moutinho, Dendoncker, Ait Nouri – Neto, Trincao, Podence
Aston Villa: Martinez – Cash, Konsa, Mings, Young – Luiz, Ramsey, McGinn – Coutinho, Buendia, Watkins
Highlighted Player
Matthew Cash
Flying fullback Matthew Cash has been enjoying another terrific campaign with Aston Villa and his dynamic forays forward have been rewarded with three goals and three assists in the Premier League. The 24-year-old is now a full Polish international and Cash’s consistency down the righthand side is invaluable for the Villains.
Most popular FAQ for Wolves vs Aston Villa
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Wolves beat Aston Villa 3-2 when the teams last met on October 16th.
Where will this fixture be played?
Saturday’s game will be played at Molineux, Wolverhampton.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at William Hill for Wolves vs Aston Villa.
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