Manchester United vs Aston Villa Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The final match day of the season is here!

Manchester United close out a disappointing season with a home game against an Aston Villa side, who arrive with ambition and confidence. Ruben Amorim’s side are in one of their worst form in years, having lost 1-0 to Tottenham in the UEFA Europa League final. That defeat at San Mames summed up a campaign that has been marked by a lack of identity, constant injuries and questionable tactical decisions.

The Red Devils have won just two 90-minute games in their last 13 matches, both against Athletic Club in the European semi-finals. The lack of consistency has been brutal, to the point where they could finish 17th if results don’t go their way at the weekend. The pressure is unbearable, and the atmosphere at Old Trafford will be very bad.

In contrast, Aston Villa arrive hungry to end the year on a high. Unai Emery has made the team believe in themselves, play without fear and maintain a winning streak that now totals 15 wins in their last 18 official matches. They are coming off a 2-0 win over Tottenham, a result that reinforces their position as strong contenders. With a win in Manchester and some outside help, Villa could seal their place in the UEFA Champions League. Emotions will be high, but Villa seem to have the focus their opponents lack.

Kick-off:

• Location: Manchester, England
• Stadium: Old Trafford
• Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 8:30 PM IST
• Referee: Thomas Bramall
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Manchester United (in all competitions): L-L-L-W-L

Aston Villa (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-L

Players to watch out for:

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United):

Bruno Fernandes has scored eight goals in 35 matches so far in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. Five of the eight goals were scored at home, while he scored three goals in away games.

Overall, Bruno Fernandes’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.25. Moreover, Bruno Fernandes’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 17 for this season. His goal involvement equates to 0.52 per 90 minutes. His Non-Penalty xG per 90 minutes is 0.24. The Portuguese will be the key player for the Red Devils in this game.

Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa):

Ollie Watkins has scored 16 goals in 37 matches so far in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. Nine of the 16 goals were scored at home, while he scored seven goals in away games. Overall, Watkins’s goals scored per 90 minutes is 0.57.

Moreover, the striker’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 24 for this season. His goal involvement equates to 0.86 per 90 minutes. His Non-Penalty xG per 90 minutes is 0.52. Watkins will again be the most important player for Villa in this game.