Premier League Regular Season - 22
Aston Villa 0 - 1 FT Everton
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
18' ↓ J. McGinn ↑E. Guessand
D. McNeil 23'
J. O'Brien 33'
HT
J. Garner 47'
56' L. Bogarde
T. Barry 59'
73' ↓ I. Maatsen ↑L. Digne
73' ↓ L. Bogarde ↑G. Hemmings
↓ T. Barry ↑Beto 84'
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Aston Villa
Goalkeepers
Emiliano Martínez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Matty Cash 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
64%
Duel Win %
Ezri Konsa
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Pau Torres
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Ian Maatsen 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Lamare Bogarde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Youri Tielemans
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
57%
Pass Acc
John McGinn
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
18
Entry
Morgan Rogers
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emiliano Buendía 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Ollie Watkins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Marco Bizot 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
James Wright
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lucas Digne 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Victor Lindelöf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrés García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyrone Mings
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
George Hemmings
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamaldeen Jimoh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Evann Guessand
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Everton
Goalkeepers
Jordan Pickford 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Nathan Patterson
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
James Tarkowski
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Jake O'Brien 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Vitaliy Mykolenko
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Merlin Röhl
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
1
Blocks
James Garner
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Dwight McNeil
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harrison Armstrong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Grealish
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Thierno Barry 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Mark Travers
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Tom King
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Séamus Coleman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Aznou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reece Welch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Elijah Campbell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Dibling
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Beto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/09/2025 | Everton | 0 - 0 | Aston Villa | Premier League | Hill Dickinson Stadium |
| 15/01/2025 | Everton | 0 - 1 | Aston Villa | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 14/09/2024 | Aston Villa | 3 - 2 | Everton | Premier League | Villa Park |
| 14/01/2024 | Everton | 0 - 0 | Aston Villa | Premier League | Goodison Park |
| 27/09/2023 | Aston Villa | 1 - 2 | Everton | League Cup | Villa Park |
| 20/08/2023 | Aston Villa | 4 - 0 | Everton | Premier League | Villa Park |
13/09/2025
15/01/2025
14/09/2024
14/01/2024
27/09/2023
20/08/2023
Aston Villa Win
Everton Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +26
P: 22 GD: +24
P: 22 GD: +8
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: +6
P: 22 GD: +12
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: +3
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 22 GD: +2
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -7
P: 22 GD: -13
P: 22 GD: -20
P: 22 GD: -19
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +29
P: 24 GD: +26
P: 24 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +8
P: 24 GD: +15
P: 24 GD: +6
P: 24 GD: +4
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: -3
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: -4
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -19
P: 23 GD: -19
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Toffees Torment Villans in Villa Park Heist
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 43/100. Everton's defensive resilience shattered Aston Villa's title aspirations as the visitors executed a perfect counter-attacking game plan to claim all three points.
Siege at Villa Park
The afternoon began with a familiar script as Aston Villa dominated possession, pinning the visitors deep into their own territory. The early Intensity was palpable, with the home side moving the ball with purpose across the pristine Villa Park turf. However, the first true scare came at the other end. Jake O'Brien thought he had silenced the home crowd in the 33rd minute, only for his effort to be chalked off by VAR for offside. Despite the reprieve, Villa struggled to convert their 64% control of the ball into clear-cut opportunities. The defensive blockade led by the Everton backline forced the hosts into a barrage of 17 shots, many of which were speculative efforts from distance as the first half ended in a stalemate.
The Toffees Strike
As the second half progressed, the Balance of the encounter shifted toward a classic smash-and-grab scenario. While Villa continued to probe, Everton looked increasingly dangerous on the break, fueled by the industry of James Garner in the heart of the midfield. The breakthrough arrived in the 59th minute, a moment that stunned the Birmingham faithful. T. Barry found space in the final third and produced a clinical finish to give Everton the lead. It was a goal that reflected the high Stakes of the match, as the Toffees prioritized efficiency over aesthetics. Villa responded by throwing numbers forward, searching for an equalizer that would preserve their impressive home record, but the visitors remained disciplined and compact.
The Great Wall of Merseyside
The final quarter of the match became a showcase for the heroics of Jordan Pickford. The England goalkeeper was in inspired form, producing five crucial saves to deny the Villans. His performance was the backbone of a high Upset Factor, as a Villa side sitting comfortably in the top three found no way past his gloves. Despite six corners and constant pressure from the home side, the Everton defensive unit held firm. The final whistle brought a mix of disbelief and jubilation; for Villa, it was a damaging blow to their Champions League pursuit, while for Everton, it was a testament to tactical grit. This result serves as a reminder that possession without penetration is a dangerous game in the Premier League.
Key Questions
What made Jordan Pickford the Man of the Match?
Pickford recorded five vital saves and an 8.5 rating, maintaining a clean sheet despite facing 17 shots from a dominant Villa offense.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Villa Park Braces for Mid-Winter Clash
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 69/100. Aston Villa must capitalize on their home advantage to keep their unlikely title surge alive against an Everton side capable of grinding out results.
The Setup
As we settle into the historic stands of Villa Park, the Stakes for the home side couldn't be clearer. Currently sitting in 3rd place, Aston Villa find themselves in the thick of a race for the elite European spots. Their Form has been largely impressive, entering this late January fixture with three wins in their last five matches. Conversely, Everton arrive in 12th, looking to find the Balance between defensive solidity and a counter-attacking threat that has eluded them in recent weeks. For the visitors, escaping the Midlands with a point would be a significant moral victory.
Key Battle
The tactical tug-of-war will center on Villa's high defensive line versus Everton's directness. Without specific individual duels highlighted, the collective effort of Ollie Watkins to stretch the Toffees' backline will be the focal point of the afternoon. Everton will rely heavily on the shot-stopping ability of Jordan Pickford to keep them in the contest during the inevitable periods of home pressure. If Everton can bypass the initial press, they may find space, but Villa's Stars in midfield have shown enough quality this season to dictate the tempo and starve the visitors of possession.
Our Prediction
Expect a match where Aston Villa dominate the ball from the first whistle. While Everton are proficient at sitting deep and absorbing pressure, the sheer volume of chances created by the home side should eventually break the deadlock. We predict a methodical 2-0 win for the Villans, with the second goal coming late as the Toffees are forced to commit men forward.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, if you want to see a high-flying Villa side continue their push for a top-three finish.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 2-0 victory for Aston Villa, driven by superior possession and tactical control.
Where are Aston Villa and Everton in the league table?
Villa are currently 3rd with 43 points; Everton are 12th with 29 points.
What is Aston Villa's current form?
Strong, with a record of DWLWW in their last five Premier League matches.
Who is expected to win this match?
Aston Villa are the clear favorites with a 56.7% win probability.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.