Aston Villa versus Manchester Utd in the English Premier League! Manchester Utd has secured 7 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses after 16 rounds, accumulating 26 points and currently holding the sixth position. This puts them at a noticeable distance from the Champions League qualification spots, making this match crucial for their top-four ambitions. In attack, Bruno Fernandes, a key player for Manchester Utd, leads the team in both goals and assists, having scored 8 goals and provided 9 assists. Slovenian forward, Sesko, recently recovered from a knee injury and has returned to the field, will take on more responsibility in the attack. Aston Villa's recent form is robust. They have collected 25 points from their last 10 league matches, with a record of 8 wins, 1 draw, and only 1 loss, positioning them in the top four in the Premier League. Their defense has been particularly solid, conceding only 8 goals during this period. Manchester Utd's performance in the same period has been less consistent, with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, and their defense has shown some vulnerability, conceding 12 goals. Historically, Aston Villa holds an edge in their recent encounters, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss against Manchester Utd in their last five meetings. In terms of ball possession, Aston Villa averages 61% compared to Manchester Utd's 54%, and their passing accuracy is 88% compared to Manchester Utd's 82%, reflecting a smoother midfield organization. The tipster recommends betting on Aston Villa to score over 3 goals, and also consider over 2.75 goals.