Only 11 points stand between Manchester City and lifting their third league title in the last four seasons when they play host to Aston Villa. The match schedules for Wednesday at Villa Park, with kickoff at 10:15 pm.
A positive result from the hosts could see them climb to the top half of the league standings after coming to a 2-1 loss to Liverpool. On the other hand, City comes from a disappointing 1-0 defeat in the FA Cup semi-finals.
Picking a quadruple was a mission for Pep Guardiola, who embarked on a domestic and continental glory mission. However, a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea courtesy of Hakim Ziyech denied the Citizens a spot in the FA Cup finals.
Rumors reveal that Manchester City is planning to withdraw from the European Super League, same with Chelsea and Atletico Madrid. It seems the pressure is bound to put a halt to the idea that divided many in the football world.
The side has another chance of their first trophy this season when they host ‘Mourinho-less Tottenham’ in the Carabao Cup final. Besides, they have second-placed Manchester United chasing closely with an eight-point gap.
On the other hand, Dean Smith’s blistering start to the new season is depreciating, especially in the recent weeks. Despite their last loss to Liverpool, Smith can cherish that the side can compete with the ‘Big Six.’
Aston Villa vs. Manchester City Head to Head
Both sides have 26 games against each other, with Aston Villa taking five wins while Man City with 18 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
Liverpool 2-1 Aston Villa
Aston Villa 3-1 Fulham
Aston Villa 0-2 Tottenham
Newcastle 1-1 Aston Villa
Aston Villa 0-0 Wolves
Away
Chelsea 1-0 Man City
Dortmund 1-2 Man City
Man City 1-2 Leeds
Man City 2-1 Dortmund
Leicester City 2-1 Man City
Aston Villa Team News
Jack Grealish’s comeback faced another setback after picking a painful shin issue that rules him out till May. Trezeguet could miss out the entire season after sustaining a knee injury in their defeat to Liverpool. Anwar El Ghazi sets to replace the Egyptian on the left flank.
Manchester City Team News
Sergio Aguero sets for another week on the cold after speculations of an injury ahead of the clash. It gives a chance for Gabriel Jesus a chance to lead the attacking line. De Bruyne will miss the trip after picking a knee injury and no timeframe on his return.
Prediction and Odds
Villa looks like a different team without Grealish, thus giving City motivation to bounce back from their loss.
Man City Win
Goals Over 2.5
No Goal: Hosts
