Aston Villa look to put their Boxing Day nightmare behind them when they take on Brighton in their final game of 2024.
A trip to Tyneside was a nasty Christmas present from Premier League planners, with Villa struggling to assert themselves in the contest after Anthony Gordon struck almost immediately after the first whistle.
The expulsion of Jhon Duran assured them limping to a 3-0 defeat just days after their euphoric 2-1 home win over champions Manchester City. As a result, they go into Monday’s game in ninth place and just two points clear of their out-of-form visitors.
A draw with Brentford on Friday evening means Brighton are yet to taste victory since November 23. Their winless streak has stretched to six games, but the Seagulls have certainly produced performances that deserve more points.
Fabian Hurzeler’s side have drawn eight of their 18 league matches, including their previous two outings.
here it is 90 minutes Monday guide Premier League duel at Villa Park.
Aston Villa vs Brighton H2H Record (Last Five Matches)
Current form (all competitions)
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Aston Villa |
Brighton |
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Newcastle 3-0 Aston Villa – 26/12/24 |
Brighton 0-0 Brentford – 27/12/24 |
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Aston Villa 2-1 Man City – 21/12/24 |
West Ham 1-1 Brentford – 21/12/24 |
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Nottingham Forest 2-1 Aston Villa – 14/12/24 |
Brighton 1-3 Crystal Palace – 15/12/24 |
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RB Leipzig 2-3 Aston Villa – 12/10/24 |
Leicester 2-2 Brighton – 24/12/08 |
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Aston Villa 1-0 Southampton – 07/12/24 |
Fulham 3-1 Brighton – 05/12/25 |
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country |
TV channel/live broadcast |
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united kingdom |
Not televised |
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united states |
peacock |
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canada |
fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network 4 Canada |
Jacob Ramsey remains Villa’s only injury concern, and Emery has said the midfielder could return to his squad on Monday night. Ramsey has been out since mid-November with a hamstring problem.
The Villans had theirs appeal against Duran’s dismissal at St James’ Park rejected by FAso he will begin his three-game ban on Monday. Ollie Watkins is almost guaranteed to replace the young forward in the XI.
Matty Cash is also suspended after the right-back picked up his fifth Premier League booking of the season on Christmas Day. Ezri Konsa has already replaced the Polish international with Diego Carlos in Villa’s defence.
Aston Villa’s expected line-up against Brighton (4-2-3-1): Martinez; Konsa, Carlos, Torres, Digne; Kamara, Onana; Bailey, McGinn, Rogers; Watkins.
Mats Wieffer missed out against Brentford after picking up a knock at West Ham just minutes after scoring his first Brighton goal. The Dutch midfielder is again a doubt but is not expected to be sidelined for an extended period.
Adam Webster is closing in on a return after Solly March made his long-awaited return from the bench on Friday evening. March could be in contention to start on Monday.
The Seagulls are still without Danny Welbeck, Ferdi Kadioglu, James Milner and Jack Hinshelwood due to injury.
Expected Brighton v Aston Villa line-up (4-2-3-1): Consume; Lamptey, Van Hecke, Dunk, Stupinan; Baleba, O’Riley; Minteh, Pedro, Mitoma; Rutter.
Injuries have taken their toll on this Brighton team, but while their winless streak looks problematic on paper, Hurzeler doesn’t seem far from overseeing a resurgence. A great result may be all that is required.
And this could be the occasion for it.
Sure, Village they are very good at home but must be scared after their Tyneside festive nightmare. They have struggled for consistency all season, and the Seagulls could use some wasted xG at Villa Park. according to FBRefHurzeler’s side should have won four of their previous six games based on the quantity and quality of chances they created and conceded. They didn’t actually win any.
This may be where your luck turns.
