Fulham have made a positive start to the 2024-25 season under Marco Silva, and they will be aiming to take the notable scalp of Aston Villa on Saturday.
The Cottagers caught the eye before the international break after almost picking up a point at the home of Man City in a 3-2 thriller.
Aston Villa have gone five without a defeat in the Premier League, and a victory in London this weekend could see them end the round just one point off the top of the table.
Odds
Fulham are narrowly preferred on the moneyline this weekend at +140. There could be value in an away win for Aston Villa at +187.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Fulham | +140 |
| Draw | +252 |
| Aston Villa | +187 |
Villa Unbeaten in Last Three Against Cottagers
| Total | Fulham | Aston Villa | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 40 | 12 | 17 | 11 |
| Premier League Games | 32 | 7 | 14 | 11 |
| Goals | 96 | 43 | 53 |
Aston Villa boast a fine recent record against Fulham, winning each of the last three. That includes a 2-1 success at Craven Cottage last season. That was Villa’s second win in three Premier League trips to Fulham.
Raul Jimenez could be the interesting props angle this weekend. The Mexican has scored twice in four previous appearances against the Villa, and has already netted three in seven league matches this term.
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Fulham vs. Aston Villa Key Stats
- Fulham have avoided defeat in their opening three home matches this term. Scoring six times, and conceding just three.
- Villa’s 0-0 draw against Man United was their first home goalless draw since May 2021.
- Unai Emery’s side have won twice from three matches on the road this season, netting two goals in each of their away trips.
Fulham Team News
Joachim Andersen is a doubt for the Cottagers this weekend after pulling out of international duty due to a knock. Jorge Cuence and Carlos Vinicius could both be fit enough for a place on the bench at Craven Cottage.
Adama will keep his place despite a wasteful afternoon at the Etihad on matchday eight.
Possible Lineup
Bernd Leno (GK); Kenny Tete, Calvin Bassey, Joachim Andersen, Antonee Robinson, Andreas Pereira, Sander Berge, Sasa Lukic, Alex Iwobi, Raul Jimenez, Adama
Aston Villa Team News
Aston Villa’s injury list is mounting, with Amadou Onana becoming the latest name on the treatment table. Ezri Konsa could return after missing England matches last week with a pulled muscle.
Jacob Ramsey and John McGinn are both expected to return later in the month. Tyrone Mings is nearing a first-team return.
Possible Lineup
Emi Martinez (GK); Matty Cash, Pau Torres, Diego Carlos, Lucas Digne, Ross Barkley, Youri Tielemans, Leon Bailey, Morgan Rogers, Emi Buendia, Ollie Watkins
Fulham vs. Aston Villa Prediction
Villa look to be an excellent selection for their trip to Craven Cottage on Saturday.
The West Midlands side have made a reliable start to the new season, and boast an excellent record on the road against the Cottagers. Jhon Duran could once again prove to be the difference from the bench.
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