Aston Villa hosts Leeds United at Villa Park in a Premier League clash on 21 February 2026. This matchup is crucial for both teams, albeit for different reasons. Aston Villa, sitting 3rd with 50 points, aims to secure a Champions League spot and keep their title hopes alive. Leeds United, on the other hand, is in 15th place with 30 points, fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone.
The weather at Villa Park is expected to be overcast with a temperature of 9°C, which could make conditions tricky. Aston Villa is the bookmaker’s favorite. Leeds United’s recent form has been encouraging, but their defensive frailties could be a concern.
| 3Victor Lindelof |
| 6Ross Barkley |
| 12Lucas Digne |
| 14Pau Francisco Torres |
| 25Tammy Abraham |
| 26Lamare Bogarde |
| 31Leon Bailey |
| 47Alysson Edward |
| 1Lucas Perri |
| 8Sean Longstaff |
| 10Joël Piroe |
| 22Ao Tanaka |
| 23Sebastiaan Bornauw |
| 25Sam Byram |
| 29Wilfried Gnonto |
| 7Daniel James |
Match Facts
- Under 2.5 goals is a strong tip.
- Aston Villa has one clean sheet in their last five games.
- Leeds United has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last five games.
Aston Villa vs. Leeds United Prediction & Tip
For this match, the recommended tip is Under 2.5 goals. Given both teams’ recent form and their defensive records, it seems likely that this match will have fewer than 2.5 goals.
- Aston Villa has struggled to score more than 1.20 goals on average in their last five games.
- Leeds United has shown defensive weaknesses, but they managed to score in their recent outings.
- Both teams are likely to be cautious, given what’s at stake for them in the league standings.
In conclusion, with both teams having their own struggles and needs, this match is expected to be a close contest with limited goals.