Aston Villa (9-2-3) vs. Manchester City (9-3-2)
Aston Villa vs. Manchester City 12/6/23 – Aston Villa (9-2-3) will host Premier League leaders Manchester City (9-3-2) at Villa Park on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in a crucial English Premier League fixture. This encounter at Villa Park is a highlight among the EPL picks of the day, showcasing two teams in formidable form this season.
Villa come into this one averaging 1.5 goals per game behind strikers Ollie Watkins and Douglas Luiz, who have combined for 12 of the team’s 19 goals this season. They take on a City defense that has conceded 11 goals in 14 matches, backstopped by Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson. With Villa playing at home where they’ve seen six of their last six games hit the over, and City having gone over in four of five, there’s potential for an open, high-scoring affair.
The visitors boast the EPL’s top offense powered by marksman Erling Haaland. The Norwegian phenom has terrorized defenses with 14 goals already, while Argentine striker Julián Álvarez has added four more. They’ll challenge Villa’s defense and keeper Emiliano Martínez, who has surrendered 15 goals in his 13 starts. If Haaland and Álvarez are on song, City could overwhelm their hosts.
Aston Villa vs. Manchester City 12/6/23 Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 3:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Villa Park |
| TV: | PEAC |
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Emiliano Martínez GK vs. Ederson GK
Emiliano Martínez has been solid if not spectacular in goal for Villa this term. Despite facing the second most shots on target in the Premier League, he has managed five clean sheets. His 36 saves are among the league leaders, often keeping Villa alive in matches when the defense breaks down. With athleticism and shot stopping reflexes, Martínez excels at covering his goal mouth. He’ll need every bit of those abilities against this daunting City attack. Limiting City’s prolific strikers is key if Villa hopes to take any points from this clash.
Ederson GK has four clean sheets of his own, but has seen the City back line breached 11 times already. The Brazilian shot stopper has quick reactions and strong hands to turn away scoring chances. His distribution skills jump starting City’s offense are also elite. But he has proven vulnerable to low hard strikes, as evidenced by the 11 goals conceded. With offensive threats able to exploit any weakness, he must maintain concentration for a full 90 minutes. Ederson has yet to record a clean sheet away from the Etihad this campaign. With Villa finding the net in five straight in front of their home support, Ederson will be tested often. His ability to withstand that pressure could determine whether City continue their winning ways.
Soccer Odds: Manchester City -134 Total Odds: 3
The odds favor Manchester City slightly, with a -0.75 spread and a moneyline of -134, indicating their perceived superiority. The total of 3 goals points towards expectations of a high-scoring game, in line with both teams’ attacking prowess.
Aston Villa Betting Trends
Villa have won three of their last five matches across all competitions. They’ve also covered the spread in three of their previous five. Most promisingly, they’ve seen totals go over in six straight matches at Villa Park. With City having gone over in four of five road games, an open affair is likely.
Manchester City Betting Trends
The Sky Blues are unbeaten in five straight, winning their last three EPL contests. They’ve beaten the spread in three of their previous five overall. On the road, Guardiola’s men have been nearly unstoppable, going over the total in two of three away days. City’s offensive might paired with Villa’s home over trend makes the over very appealing at -116.
Aston Villa vs Manchester City 12/6/23 Betting Picks
Considering both teams’ form and the quality on display, this match promises to be tightly contested. While Manchester City has the edge in terms of overall squad quality and recent form, Aston Villa’s resilience at home should not be underestimated.
In terms of multi-expert picks, Manchester City would be the safer bet for a win, but Aston Villa’s potential to upset cannot be overlooked. The total goals going over 3 is a likely scenario, given the attacking talents of both sides.
This prediction takes into account Manchester City’s attacking strength and consistency against Aston Villa’s solid performances at home, and anticipates a close, competitive game, with City possibly taking it by a narrow margin.
Free Pick and Prediction: Manchester City 2, Aston Villa 1.