Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Hotspur match prediction and preview scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2025. With both sides nearing the end of the season, Villa are pushing for a Champions League place, while Tottenham face a tough balancing act ahead of their Europa League final. Can Villa capitalize on Spurs’ injury-hit squad and grab all three points at home?
Aston Villa have been one of the surprise packages of the 2024/25 Premier League season. Under Unai Emery’s tactical guidance, they’ve established Villa Park as a fortress and remain firmly in the hunt for a top-four finish. Their attacking rhythm, spearheaded by the in-form Ollie Watkins, has proven difficult to contain especially when playing in front of their roaring home crowd. With just two games left, every point is critical, and this clash with Tottenham is their last home fixture, making it a must-win encounter.
Tottenham, on the other hand, are enduring a dip in league form but have their sights firmly set on European glory. Ange Postecoglou’s side are just days away from the Europa League final, and with several key players nursing injuries, squad rotation is expected. While they still have mathematical hopes for a top-six finish, their focus appears to be shifting. Will Spurs rise to the challenge, or will Villa’s top-four dream gain further momentum?
Match Details
- Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
- Kick-off: 7:30 PM BST (8:30 PM WAT)
- Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham
- Competition: Premier League – Matchday 37
- Broadcast: Sky Sports Premier League (UK), NBC Sports (USA), fuboTV (Canada)
Team Overview
Aston Villa
- League Position: 6th (level on points with 5th-placed Chelsea)
- Recent Form: WWLWW
- Home Record: 7 consecutive wins at Villa Park, scoring 17 goals
- Injuries/Suspensions: Marcus Rashford (hamstring), Youri Tielemans (injury), Jacob Ramsey (suspension)
- Key Player: Ollie Watkins – 17 goals this season
Tottenham Hotspur
- League Position: 17th
- Recent Form: LDWLL
- Away Record: 4 losses in last 5 away matches
- Injuries/Suspensions: Dejan Kulusevski (knee surgery), James Maddison (knee), Lucas Bergvall (ankle), Timo Werner (hamstring), Dane Scarlett (groin), Radu Dragusin (knee)
- Key Player: Heung-Min Son – returning from foot injury, expected to play at least half the match
Tactical Analysis
Aston Villa: Under Unai Emery, Villa have been formidable at home, with a seven-game winning streak at Villa Park. Their attacking prowess, led by Ollie Watkins, has been complemented by a solid defense. The absence of key midfielders may see John McGinn stepping up to control the midfield.
Tottenham Hotspur: With the Europa League final looming, Spurs are expected to rotate their squad heavily. Injuries to key players have further weakened their lineup. Manager Ange Postecoglou is likely to rest several starters, focusing on the upcoming final.
Head-to-Head
- Total Meetings: 176
- Aston Villa Wins: 61
- Tottenham Wins: 79
- Draws: 36
In their last encounter, Tottenham defeated Aston Villa 4-1 at home in November 2024.
Betting Tips
- Full-Time Result: Aston Villa to Win
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5
- Correct Score Prediction: Aston Villa 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Kingspredict Prediction
Aston Villa are in strong form and have a clear objective: securing Champions League qualification. Tottenham, plagued by injuries and with eyes on the Europa League final, are likely to field a weakened side. Expect Villa to capitalize on this and secure a comfortable victory.
Predicted Score: Aston Villa 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur
