Premier League Regular Season - 31
Aston Villa 2 - 0 FT West Ham
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
15' J. McGinn (J. Sancho)
A. Wan-Bissaka 45'
HT
↓ F. Potts ↑A. Traore 46'
↓ T. Castellanos ↑C. Wilson 46'
67' ↓ J. Sancho ↑L. Bailey
67' ↓ J. McGinn ↑Y. Tielemans
67' ↓ R. Barkley ↑Douglas Luiz
68' O. Watkins
77' ↓ M. Rogers ↑E. Buendia
↓ A. Wan-Bissaka ↑S. Magassa 83'
↓ T. Soucek ↑M. Kante 83'
87' ↓ O. Watkins ↑T. Abraham
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Aston Villa
Goalkeepers
Emiliano Martínez 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Matty Cash 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ezri Konsa
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Pau Torres 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Digne 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
36%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Amadou Onana
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ross Barkley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Jadon Sancho
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
John McGinn 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Morgan Rogers
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Ollie Watkins 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
BENCH
Marco Bizot 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ian Maatsen
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
Lamare Bogarde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Youri Tielemans
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Douglas Luiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emiliano Buendía
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leon Bailey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tammy Abraham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
West Ham
Goalkeepers
Mads Hermansen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Konstantinos Mavropanos 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
Axel Disasi
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
El Hadji Malick Diouf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Tomáš Souček
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Freddie Potts
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Mateus Fernandes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Jarrod Bowen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Valentín Castellanos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Pablo Felipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Alphonse Aréola
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Finlay Herrick
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kyle Walker-Peters
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Max Kilman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oliver Scarles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soungoutou Magassa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohamadou Kanté
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Callum Wilson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adama Traoré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/12/2025 | West Ham | 2 - 3 | Aston Villa | Premier League | London Stadium |
| 26/01/2025 | Aston Villa | 1 - 1 | West Ham | Premier League | Villa Park |
| 10/01/2025 | Aston Villa | 2 - 1 | West Ham | FA Cup | Villa Park |
| 17/08/2024 | West Ham | 1 - 2 | Aston Villa | Premier League | London Stadium |
| 17/03/2024 | West Ham | 1 - 1 | Aston Villa | Premier League | London Stadium |
| 22/10/2023 | Aston Villa | 4 - 1 | West Ham | Premier League | Villa Park |
| 12/03/2023 | West Ham | 1 - 1 | Aston Villa | Premier League | London Stadium |
| 28/08/2022 | Aston Villa | 0 - 1 | West Ham | Premier League | Villa Park |
| 13/03/2022 | West Ham | 2 - 1 | Aston Villa | Premier League | London Stadium |
| 31/10/2021 | Aston Villa | 1 - 4 | West Ham | Premier League | Villa Park |
14/12/2025
26/01/2025
10/01/2025
17/08/2024
17/03/2024
22/10/2023
12/03/2023
28/08/2022
13/03/2022
31/10/2021
Aston Villa Win
West Ham Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +39
P: 30 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +13
P: 31 GD: +5
P: 31 GD: +8
P: 31 GD: +15
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 31 GD: -12
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 31 GD: -21
P: 31 GD: -28
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +39
P: 30 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +13
P: 30 GD: +3
P: 31 GD: +8
P: 31 GD: +15
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -1
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 30 GD: -7
P: 30 GD: -15
P: 30 GD: -19
P: 31 GD: -28
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Villa Park Fortress Keeps Champions League Dream Alive
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. A ruthless early breakthrough and relentless attacking pressure allowed the hosts to fortify their top-four position while deepening the visitors' relegation nightmares.
Early Dominance
The atmosphere at Villa Park crackled with anticipation as the hosts sought to solidify their European ambitions. The Intensity was palpable from the kick-off, with the home side immediately asserting authority and squeezing the visitors into their own half. Controlling possession with composed midfield circulation, the hosts did not have to wait long for their breakthrough. In the 15th minute, J. Sancho unlocked the defensive line with a perfectly weighted delivery, allowing J. McGinn to expertly dispatch the opening goal. This hammer blow set a relentless tempo, completely neutralizing any initial game plan from the struggling Londoners. The claret and blue midfield quickly established a rhythmic dominance, orchestrating waves of attacks that kept the opposition firmly pinned back.
Breaking the Resistance
Desperate to climb out of the relegation zone, the visitors tried to weather the storm, but the Balance of play heavily favoured the Midlands club. A staggering 31 combined shots turned the penalty areas into a shooting gallery, underscored by a dozen corners that kept the pressure cooking. Despite the onslaught, Konstantinos Mavropanos marshalled his backline valiantly, throwing himself into tackles and earning top marks for his resilience. However, the sheer volume of home attacks eventually breached the dam a second time. Shortly after the hour mark, O. Watkins seized his moment, hammering home the crucial second goal in the 68th minute. Any lingering threat of an unexpected comeback evaporated entirely, keeping the Upset Factor firmly at zero.
Securing the Spoils
With a two-goal cushion secured, the hosts expertly managed the remaining minutes. The Stakes could not have been higher for either side, but the contrast in quality was evident across the pitch. Amadou Onana served as an impenetrable shield in the centre of the park, sweeping up loose balls, while Lucas Digne provided constant overlapping threats down the left flank to suffocate any counter-attacking hopes. This methodical 2-0 triumph strengthens Aston Villa's grip on fourth place, edging them closer to a coveted seat at Europe's top table next season. Meanwhile, West Ham face a perilous reality check; stranded in 18th place and staring down the barrel of a return to the Championship, they are running out of lifelines to secure Premier League survival.
Key Questions
What made Konstantinos Mavropanos the Man of the Match?
Despite conceding twice, Mavropanos anchored the backline heroically under immense pressure, making crucial interventions against a constant barrage of attacks.
What does this mean for Aston Villa's season?
This vital victory keeps them firmly in fourth place, strengthening their grip on Champions League qualification as the final stretch approaches.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Top-Four Ambitions Collide With Survival Desperation
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. A true clash of extremes awaits at Villa Park as Aston Villa aim to cement their top-four status against a West Ham side desperately clawing for Premier League survival.
The Setup
The objectives could not be clearer heading into this March 22, 2026, fixture. Aston Villa currently occupy the coveted fourth spot with fifty-one points, but their recent Form has been concerning. Managing only one win in their last five outings has left the door ajar for chasing rivals, making three points at home an absolute necessity. On the other side, West Ham arrive in eighteenth place, firmly entrenched in a bitter relegation battle. The visitors' Balance might seem heavily tilted as clear underdogs, but their grit is evident in a stubborn run of recent draws. While the overall Stakes might appear mismatched on paper, the sheer desperation of a survival fight levels the playing field significantly. The away side brings genuine Stars into the fray to mount an upset, relying heavily on the creative vision of Jarrod Bowen and the sharp reflexes of Mads Hermansen to keep them in the contest.
Key Battle
With the visitors fighting for their Premier League lives, this match will undoubtedly be decided in the middle of the park. The home side's central midfield must figure out a way to break down a deep, resilient away defensive block that is fully expected to sit back, frustrate, and strike on the counter. Dictating the tempo and switching play quickly will be vital for the hosts to crack a defensive structure that simply cannot afford to leak early goals. Expect a fascinating tactical duel between possession-heavy buildup and disciplined low blocks.
Our Prediction
The home advantage and superior league position make the hosts the expected winners, but it will be far from a straightforward afternoon. Expect a highly tense affair where the visitors absorb immense pressure during the opening exchanges, hoping to silence the home crowd. However, the host's sustained attacking quality should eventually wear down the stubborn away resistance in the second half. Our take points to a narrow, hard-fought victory for the home side, piling further misery onto the visitors' relegation woes.