Football enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting Premier League encounter as Aston Villa hosts Leeds United at Villa Park. Taking place on February 21, 2026, this match promises to be a thrilling affair with both teams showcasing competitive form.
Aston Villa, currently in 3rd position, will look to capitalize on their home advantage. Meanwhile, Leeds United, sitting at 15th, will aim to climb the table with a crucial away win. Fans can expect a fiercely contested battle as these two sides have provided entertaining matches in their recent encounters.
Aston Villa – Leeds: When and Where?
- City: Birmingham
- Stadium: Villa Park
- Date: 21 February 2026
- Hour: 16:00 GMT
The match between Aston Villa and Leeds United is set to take place at the iconic Villa Park in Birmingham. Scheduled for February 21, 2026, the action kicks off at 16:00 GMT. Fans should mark their calendars for this afternoon clash, which promises to deliver exciting Premier League football.
Aston Villa – Leeds: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport Premier League Nigeria, SuperSport MaXimo 2, DStv Now
- Broadcast time: 17:00 Nigerian time
Nigerian viewers can catch this Premier League showdown live on SuperSport Premier League Nigeria and SuperSport MaXimo 2. The match will also be available via streaming on DStv Now. The broadcast is scheduled for 17:00 Nigerian time, allowing fans to enjoy the live action comfortably from their homes. For further details, you can verify broadcast information by visiting Live Soccer.
Aston Villa – Leeds: Predicted Lineups
Anticipation builds as fans await the starting lineups for Aston Villa and Leeds United. Aston Villa, in robust form, will rely on their strong lineup to maintain their high league position. Leeds United, on the other hand, will aim to disrupt Villa’s flow and improve their standing.
| 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 |
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Aston Villa enters the match with a few injury concerns that may affect their strategy. Key players like Boubacar Kamara and John McGinn are out with knee injuries, while Youri Tielemans and Matty Cash are battling ankle and knee issues, respectively. Despite these challenges, Aston Villa’s expected lineup boasts talent, including Emiliano Martinez in goal and Ollie Watkins leading the attack.
- Aston Villa predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Emiliano Martinez, Right back – Matty Cash, Right center back – Ezri Konsa, Left center back – Tyrone Mings, Left back – Ian Maatsen, Right defensive midfielder – Douglas Luiz, Left defensive midfielder – Amadou Onana, Right wing – Jadon Sancho, Attacking midfielder – Emiliano Buendia, Left wing – Morgan Rogers, Center forward – Ollie Watkins
- Aston Villa injuries: Boubacar Kamara, John McGinn, Youri Tielemans, Matty Cash
Leeds United Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Leeds United faces its own injury issues, with Anton Stach and Pascal Struijk both dealing with hip injuries. Daniel James and Noah Okafor are also carrying knocks that could impact their availability. However, Leeds will look to their experienced lineup, including Dominic Calvert-Lewin, to challenge Villa at Villa Park.
- Leeds United predicted lineup: Goalkeeper – Karl Darlow, Right center back – Joe Rodon, Central back – Jaka Bijol, Left center back – James Justin, Right midfielder – Jayden Bogle, Right central midfielder – Ethan Ampadu, Central midfielder – Ilia Gruev, Left central midfielder – Brenden Aaronson, Left midfielder – Gabriel Gudmundsson, Right forward – Lukas Nmecha, Left forward – Dominic Calvert-Lewin
- Leeds United injuries: Anton Stach, Pascal Struijk, Daniel James, Noah Okafor
Fans can look forward to a competitive match, with both teams eager to secure vital points in the league.
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