Aston Villa vs Sunderland - Premier League Match
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Aston Villa vs Sunderland Preview: Premier League Clash
Aston Villa will host Sunderland at Villa Park on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 17:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Premier League encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Aston Villa head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Sunderland have been difficult to beat recently, remaining undefeated in 4 of their last 5 matches despite only winning 1.
Head-to-Head Record
History favors Aston Villa in this fixture. In their last 30 meetings, the hosts have claimed 12 victories, with Sunderland winning 5 and 13 ending in draws. This slight edge in the record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Aston Villa will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Sunderland cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, April 18, 2026, 17:00 UTC
- Venue: Villa Park
- Competition: Premier League
- Aston Villa Position: 3rd (43 pts)
- Sunderland Position: 8th (33 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 30): Aston Villa 12W - 13D - 5W Sunderland
