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Aston Villa vs Salzburg

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Scoring Trends

Aston Villa
VS
Salzburg
1.88
Goals Scored
1
1.38
Goals Conceded
1.13
88%
Over 1.5
63%
88%
Over 2.5
38%
38%
Over 3.5
25%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Aston Villa hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. Recent games suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

With no recent competitive history, this is a fresh tactical challenge for both. Considering both teams' scoring consistency, goals on both ends seem highly likely. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win55%
Draw15%
Away Win30%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score63%
Over 1.5 Goals86%
Over 2.5 Goals63%

Match Events

33' Event
Konate K.
Assist: Baidoo E.
35'
Trummer T.
35'
Sub
Watkins O. In: Rogers M.
Out: Watkins O.

Previous Encounters

29 Jan 26 EUR
Aston Villa
3:2
Salzburg

Recent Form (Last 5)

Aston Villa

Home Team
25 Jan
Newcastle Utd
0 : 2
Aston Villa
22 Jan
Fenerbahce
0 : 1
Aston Villa
18 Jan
Aston Villa
0 : 1
Everton
10 Jan
Tottenham
1 : 2
Aston Villa
07 Jan
Crystal Palace
0 : 0
Aston Villa

Salzburg

Away Team
22 Jan
Salzburg
3 : 1
Basel
15 Jan
Salzburg
2 : 0
Crvena zvezda
10 Jan
Rakow Czestochowa
1 : 1
Salzburg
06 Jan
Salzburg
0 : 5
Bayern Munich
14 Dec
Salzburg
2 : 1
Wolfsberger AC

League Standings

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Lyon 7 6 0 1 14:3 18
2 Aston Villa 7 6 0 1 11:4 18
3 Freiburg 7 5 2 0 10:3 17
4 Midtjylland 7 5 1 1 16:8 16
5 Braga 7 5 1 1 11:5 16
6 AS Roma 7 5 0 2 12:5 15
7 Ferencvaros 7 4 3 0 12:7 15
8 Betis 7 4 2 1 11:6 14
9 FC Porto 7 4 2 1 10:6 14
10 Genk 7 4 1 2 9:6 13
11 Crvena zvezda 7 4 1 2 6:5 13
12 PAOK 7 3 3 1 15:10 12
13 VfB Stuttgart 7 4 0 3 12:7 12
14 Celta Vigo 7 4 0 3 14:10 12
15 Bologna 7 3 3 1 11:7 12
16 Nottingham 7 3 2 2 11:7 11
17 Plzen 7 2 5 0 7:3 11
18 Fenerbahce 7 3 2 2 9:6 11
19 Panathinaikos 7 3 2 2 10:8 11
20 Din. Zagreb 7 3 1 3 12:14 10
21 Lille 7 3 0 4 11:9 9
22 Brann 7 2 3 2 9:10 9
23 Young Boys 7 3 0 4 8:13 9
24 Celtic 7 2 2 3 9:13 8
25 Ludogorets 7 2 1 4 11:15 7
26 Feyenoord 7 2 0 5 10:13 6
27 Basel 7 2 0 5 9:12 6
28 Salzburg 7 2 0 5 8:12 6
29 FCSB 7 2 0 5 8:15 6
30 G.A. Eagles 7 2 0 5 6:14 6
31 Sturm Graz 7 1 1 5 4:11 4
32 Rangers 7 1 1 5 4:11 4
33 Nice 7 1 0 6 7:14 3
34 Utrecht 7 0 1 6 3:11 1
35 Malmo FF 7 0 1 6 3:13 1
36 Maccabi Tel Aviv 7 0 1 6 2:19 1

Match Preview: Aston Villa vs Salzburg

The upcoming fixture between Aston Villa and Salzburg promises to be an engaging encounter in Europa League. Scheduled for Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 20:00 UTC, the match will take place at Villa Park. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Aston Villa and Salzburg are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Aston Villa will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Salzburg aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Aston Villa will try to assert dominance early, whereas Salzburg might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Aston Villa or Salzburg. Momentum is crucial in Europa League, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.

Event Details

  • Match: Aston Villa vs Salzburg
  • Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
  • Time: 20:00 UTC
  • Competition: Europa League
  • Venue: Villa Park, Europe

Note: Information provided by Sokapicks for informational purposes.

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