class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Dean Smith's men have been struggling for goals in the Premier League in 2021 and our tipster is expecting a low-scoring clash against Spurs on Sunday
The battle for a place in the top four of the Premier League could take a crucial turn when Aston Villa host Tottenham on Sunday evening.
Chelsea have taken a stronghold on fourth in recent weeks but, with Dean Smith’s men and Spurs having games in hand, they will both be desperate to take three points from this one.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Latest Odds
Villa have won just one of their last six Premier League matches and are 19/10 (2.90) outsiders with bet365 to keep their fading Champions League hopes alive with three points here.
Spurs lost 3-0 at Dinamo Zagreb on Thursday to crash out of the Europa League but are 29/20 (2.45) to bounce back with a much-needed victory here.
None of the last 12 meetings between these sides has finished level and bet365 go 5/2 (3.50) that this ends in a draw for the first time since May 2012.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Team News
Smith is hopeful that Jack Grealish and Kortney Hause will be fit enough to return, although Wesley and Bertrand Traore remain out.
Giovani Lo Celso returned to action on Thursday after almost three months out, but Erik Lamela is suspended after his red card at Arsenal last time out and Son Heung-min injured.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Preview
After a strong start to the season which saw Villa win 25 points from their first 13 games, things have really gone downhill with Smith’s men picking up only 16 from their more recent 14 outings.
Their struggles can be attributed to a lack of attacking prowess, with only five teams scoring fewer than the 12 goals Smith’s men have managed since Boxing Day.
It could be a similar story in front of goal in this one as, whilst Spurs have conceded six in their last three in all competitions, the chastening defeat in Croatia on Thursday may see Jose Mourinho revert to the defensive tactics that have served his side so well this season.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Tips and Predictions
Six of Villa’s last seven Premier League have all seen fewer than three goals and backing a repeat of that at 10/11 (1.91) with bet365 looks the way to go for Sunday’s crucial clash.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
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