Aston Villa face off with Tottenham in an FA Cup fourth-round clash at Villa Park this Sunday. Both of these Premier League giants have not been in great form recently, so safe passage into the fifth round of the FA Cup would be a massive boost for either side.
📅 Match Date: February 9, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 11:0 PM
🏰 Venue: Villa Park
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Aston Villa’s Performance
Aston Villa picked up a big win over fellow Premier League side West Ham in the previous round, marking one of their more convincing recent performances. While their overall form has been inconsistent, their home record is exceptional. They have only suffered two defeats at Villa Park in 18 games across all competitions this season and are unbeaten at home since October 30.
Tottenham’s Performance
Tottenham, on the other hand, struggled in the third round, requiring extra time to scrape past non-league side Tamworth. They are also coming off an embarrassing 4-0 loss to Liverpool in the EFL Cup semifinals, despite holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg. Ange Postecoglou’s side will need a strong response to get their season back on track.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
- Recent results between these sides have been mixed, with both teams winning three of their last six encounters.
- At Villa Park, Tottenham have historically performed well, winning five of their last six visits since 2016.
- While Aston Villa have struggled for form, their home record remains solid, making them tough to beat in front of their fans.
- Both teams could feature new signings in this game. Tottenham’s Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel are available, while Aston Villa could hand debuts to Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio. However, Axel Disasi is cup-tied after playing for Chelsea in the third round.
Match Prediction
While Tottenham convincingly won their last meeting against Villa with a 4-1 scoreline, a repeat of that result is unlikely.
Spurs will be without key players like Cristian Romero, James Maddison, and Dominic Solanke, which could affect their performance. Additionally, Villa have been dominant at home and will benefit from a full week of rest, while Tottenham only have two days to recover from their heavy defeat to Liverpool.
Considering these factors, Aston Villa are likely to come out on top in this clash.
Prediction: Aston Villa 2-1 Tottenham
Where to Watch from Nepal
Fans in Nepal can watch the match live on:
✅ Score808
✅ Live7HD
✅ Epics Sports
