Unai Emery’s Aston Villa side were knocked out of the FA Cup by Crystal Palace last weekend, but that disappointment could be a blessing in disguise as they shift full focus to the Premier League and a top-five finish.
Villa’s home form has been a pillar of their success, with just one Premier League defeat at Villa Park all season. On Saturday, they welcome a Fulham side who’ve lacked consistency and look vulnerable on the road.
🔮 Prediction 1: Aston Villa to Win & Over 2.5 Goals – 13/10
Villa have won three straight home league games, scoring 11 goals in the process, including a stunning 4-1 win over Newcastle. With Fulham losing four of their last six in all competitions, the Villans can deliver another high-scoring win in front of their own fans.
🔮 Prediction 2: Ollie Watkins to Score Anytime – 11/10
Ollie Watkins has led the line impressively for Villa, netting 15 Premier League goals this term. He scored against Fulham in October and is due another strike after blanking in the FA Cup. Back him to make the difference here.
🔮 Prediction 3: Correct Score – Aston Villa 2-1 – 7/1
Fulham tend to nick a goal even in defeat, and Villa have only kept two clean sheets in 17 home league games. A 2-1 scoreline looks a smart option based on form and goalscoring trends.
⚖️ Value Pick Explained
Villa to win and over 2.5 goals at 13/10 represents a 43.5% implied chance. Given Villa’s average of 3.67 goals across their last three home league wins, this outcome is more likely than the price suggests.
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