Club Brugge and Aston Villa meet for the second time this season in the Champions League, as the Belgian side hosts the Premier League outfit in the first leg of their last-16 tie. The winners will face either Liverpool or Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals.
📅 Match Date: March 4, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 11:30 PM
🏟 Venue: Jan Breydelstadion, Bruges, Belgium
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Club Brugge’s Form
Club Brugge secured their place in the knockout rounds with an impressive playoff victory, including a dramatic win over Atalanta BC. However, their domestic form has been inconsistent, sitting 10 points behind Genk in Belgium’s Pro League. Despite this, Brugge remains a tough opponent at home, where they have not lost in 17 games.
Aston Villa’s Form
Aston Villa’s strong start in the Champions League saw them finish in the top eight after a memorable victory over Bayern Munich. However, they have struggled with injuries and have not been convincing on the road, winning just three of their last 12 away fixtures. Villa will look to avoid another setback in Bruges and aim for a strong performance ahead of the second leg at Villa Park.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
✅ Recent Meetings: Club Brugge won the first encounter 1-0 in November, thanks to a penalty from Hans Vanaken after a mistake from Tyrone Mings.
✅ Club Brugge’s Home Strength: The Belgian side has been solid at Jan Breydelstadion, losing only once in their last 17 matches at home.
✅ Villa’s Road Woes: Villa has lost nine of their last 12 away matches in all competitions.
Players to Watch
⭐ Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge): The Belgian midfielder has been a key player in Brugge’s European campaign, scoring several vital goals.
⭐ Marco Asensio (Aston Villa): In-form Asensio has been crucial for Villa, scoring four goals in his last three appearances.
Match Prediction
With both teams in good form, this encounter is expected to be tight. Brugge has the advantage at home, but Villa’s attacking options, particularly with Asensio in the lineup, should help them score and keep the tie alive ahead of the return leg.
🔮 Prediction: Club Brugge 1-1 Aston Villa
Where to Watch from Nepal
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