2020-21 Premier League – Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd kick off? Friday 23rd October, 2020 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd being played? Villa Park, Birmingham
Where can I get tickets for Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd? No tickets are available as this match will be played without spectators
What TV channel is Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd on in the UK? This match will be televised on BT Sport Box Office for £14.95
Where can I stream Aston Villa vs Leeds Utd in the UK? Those who have purchased the match will be able to stream it live via the BT Sport Box Office app
THE TEAM NEWS
ASTON VILLA
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Targett; Douglas Luiz, McGinn; Trezeguet, Barkley, Grealish; Watkins
Unavailable: Heaton (Injured), Hause (Injured), Wesley (Injured), Engels (Injured)
Questionable: Davis (Injured)
LEEDS UTD
Predicted line-up (4-1-4-1): Meslier; Dallas, Ayling, Koch, Alioski; Struijk; Helder Costa, Roberts, Klich, Harrison; Bamford
Unavailable: Forshaw (Injured), Berardi (Injured), Llorente (Injured), Cooper (Injured), Phillips (Injured)
Questionable:
THE PREDICTION
Aston Villa continued to prove doubters as they extended their unbeaten run with a 1-0 win over Leicester at the weekend whilst Leeds come into the game off the back of a 1-0 loss against Wolves, a game in which they may feel they should have done more. The loss of Kalvin Phillips, an integral part of Bielsa’s side, will hurt Leeds, and significantly weaken their midfield. On the other hand, the recent improvement to Villa’s midfield, with the addition of Ross Barkley, will only make matters worse for the Yorkshire side and it can be expected that the blossoming partnership between Barkley and Grealish will continue to punish sides. It would be surprising if either side were to completely run away with the game so expect a close encounter and both teams to ask questions of each other. BTTS and a draw could be a potential outcome.
