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West Ham Recent Form — Last 5
Aston Villa Recent Form — Last 5
Key Factors
Aston Villa's exceptional current form, boasting an eight-match winning streak across all competitions and nine wins in their last ten Premier League fixtures, positions them as strong title contenders.
West Ham United's precarious league position, currently 18th in the relegation zone, and their concerning home form with five defeats in seven league games at the London Stadium.
Potential significant absences for Aston Villa, with key players Emiliano Martinez (back problem) and Pau Torres (injury) doubtful and set for late assessments, while Tyrone Mings and Ross Barkley are confirmed to be out.
Aston Villa's recent dominance in head-to-head encounters, being unbeaten in their last six meetings against West Ham United since October 2023.
West Ham's recent resilience, demonstrated by only one defeat in their last six league matches, including creditable draws against Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion.
Injuries & Absentees
For West Ham United, goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski is ruled out with a back injury, and Oliver Scarles is doubtful with a shoulder injury, facing a late fitness test. Igor Julio is listed as 100% available for return on the match day. For Aston Villa, key players Emiliano Martinez (back problem) and Pau Torres are considered doubtful and will undergo late assessments, having missed their recent Europa League fixture against Basel. Furthermore, Tyrone Mings (hamstring) and Ross Barkley (knee) are confirmed absentees for Aston Villa.
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What is the Coach AI prediction for West Ham vs Aston Villa?
Coach AI predicts a score of 1-2 with a win probability of 15% for West Ham, 25% draw and 60% for Aston Villa.
What is the recent form of West Ham and Aston Villa?
West Ham form (last 5): no data. Aston Villa form (last 5): no data.
What are the injury and suspension updates for West Ham vs Aston Villa?
For West Ham United, goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski is ruled out with a back injury, and Oliver Scarles is doubtful with a shoulder injury, facing a late fitness test. Igor Julio is listed as 100% available for return on the match day. For Aston Villa, key players Emiliano Martinez (back problem) and Pau Torres are considered doubtful and will undergo late assessments, having missed their recent Europa League fixture against Basel. Furthermore, Tyrone Mings (hamstring) and Ross Barkley (knee) are confirmed absentees for Aston Villa.
What are the current standings for West Ham and Aston Villa in the Premier League?
West Ham are 18th in the Premier League with 39 points from 38 games. Aston Villa are 4th with 65 points from 38 games.
What time does West Ham vs Aston Villa kick off?
West Ham vs Aston Villa kicks off on Sunday, 14 December 2025 at 15:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.
Who is the referee for West Ham vs Aston Villa?
The referee for West Ham vs Aston Villa in the Premier League is Anthony Taylor.
What are the key factors for West Ham vs Aston Villa?
Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for West Ham vs Aston Villa: 1. Aston Villa's exceptional current form, boasting an eight-match winning streak across all competitions and nine wins in their last ten Premier League fixtures, positions them as strong title contenders. 2. West Ham United's precarious league position, currently 18th in the relegation zone, and their concerning home form with five defeats in seven league games at the London Stadium. 3. Potential significant absences for Aston Villa, with key players Emiliano Martinez (back problem) and Pau Torres (injury) doubtful and set for late assessments, while Tyrone Mings and Ross Barkley are confirmed to be out. 4. Aston Villa's recent dominance in head-to-head encounters, being unbeaten in their last six meetings against West Ham United since October 2023. 5. West Ham's recent resilience, demonstrated by only one defeat in their last six league matches, including creditable draws against Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion..
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