Fulham vs Aston Villa Prediction

Total Goals (O/U 1.5)

Over 1.5

With an average of 2.8-2.9 goals per match for both teams' respective home/away fixtures, and high BTTS probability, at least two goals are very likely.

Total Goals (O/U 3.5)

Under 3.5

While Over 2.5 is predicted, the average goals per game (2.8-2.9) suggest that exceeding 3.5 goals is less common for these teams in their respective home/away splits.

1st Half Goals (O/U 0.5)

Over 0.5

Fulham has scored 14 first-half goals at home this season, and Aston Villa 16 first-half goals away. Both teams also concede in the first half regularly, making at least one goal in the first 45 minutes highly probable.

First Team to Score

Home

Fulham has a higher percentage of goals scored in the opening 15 minutes (14.29%) compared to Aston Villa (4.88%). Additionally, Villa concedes a higher percentage of goals early (18.42% in 0-15 min) than Fulham (0%).

Goal in Both Halves

Yes

Given the expectation of Over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring, it's likely that goals will be distributed across both halves of the match.

Most Likely Score

1-1

Based on the predicted draw and the average goal-scoring and conceding rates for both teams, a 1-1 scoreline is a plausible outcome.

BTTS 1st Half

Yes

Both teams have shown capability to score and concede in the first half, making BTTS in the first half a possibility, though with lower confidence than full-time BTTS.

xG Based (O/U 2.5)

Over 2.5 xG

With an expected total of around 2.8 goals, the combined Expected Goals (xG) for both teams should comfortably exceed 2.5, reflecting the quality of chances created.

Double Chance

1X

Aligns with the primary prediction of a draw, also covering a potential Fulham home win, which is supported by their strong home form and Villa's recent struggles.

Draw No Bet

Home

If the match doesn't end in a draw, Fulham's strong home record and better recent form make them the more likely winner among the two options.

HT/FT

Draw/Draw

Given the expectation of a tight match and a full-time draw, a draw at half-time is also a reasonable prediction, especially with both teams capable of scoring in the first half.

Total Corners (O/U 9.5)

Over 9.5

Premier League matches typically see a good number of corners, and with both teams likely to attack, the combined total should exceed 9.5.

Total Cards (O/U 3.5)

Over 3.5

This is a competitive Premier League fixture with high stakes for Aston Villa and Fulham's desire to maintain home form. Fulham averages 2.1 yellow cards per game, and Villa 1.5, suggesting a combined total likely to exceed 3.5 cards.

Shots on Target (O/U 8.5)

Over 8.5

Both teams are expected to create chances. Fulham averages 1.7 goals per home game, and Villa 1.3 goals per away game, indicating sufficient offensive output to generate multiple shots on target.

Total Shots (O/U 22.5)

Over 22.5

Both teams will be looking to create chances, and a combined total of over 22.5 shots (on and off target) is typical for a Premier League fixture.

Total Fouls (O/U 22.5)

Over 22.5

A competitive Premier League match between two mid-to-high table teams often results in a fair number of fouls as both sides battle for control.

Possession Winner

Away

Aston Villa, under Unai Emery, typically aims to control possession, even in away games against strong home sides.

Fulham Clean Sheet

No

Fulham has kept only 4 clean sheets in 16 home games (25%), and Aston Villa only 3 clean sheets in 15 away games (20%). Given the offensive capabilities of both sides and their defensive records, neither team is expected to keep a clean sheet.

Aston Villa Clean Sheet

No

Fulham has kept only 4 clean sheets in 16 home games (25%), and Aston Villa only 3 clean sheets in 15 away games (20%). Given the offensive capabilities of both sides and their defensive records, neither team is expected to keep a clean sheet.