Aston Villa vs Celtic prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – January 29, 2025
In the final round of the main stage of the UEFA Champions League, Aston Villa will face Celtic. The match will take place in Birmingham on Wednesday, January 29, with a scheduled kickoff at 9:00 PM Central European Time. I suggest a bet on the winner of this game.
Match Preview
Aston Villa has already achieved their primary objective in the Champions League. Their defeat in the last match against Monaco has left them out of the top 8, but a victory over Celtic in the final game will likely see them qualify directly for the round of 16.
It is important to note that the team's recent form has been underwhelming. In addition to their Champions League loss, Aston Villa has drawn twice in the Premier League, which has pushed Unai Emery's side down to eighth place in the table.
Celtic, on the other hand, can already consider their current European season a success. With one round to go in the main stage, the Scottish giants secured their spot in the knockout rounds after defeating Young Boys in the last match.
Overall, the season is going well for Brendan Rodgers' team. In the national league, they lead their archrivals Rangers by 10 points, with a game in hand.
Match Facts
- Aston Villa has not won in their last three matches.
- Celtic is unbeaten in their last six games.
- Aston Villa averages 1.8 goals per game at home, while Celtic averages 1.4 goals per game away.
Probable Line-ups
- Aston Villa: Martínez, Cash, Konsa, Mings, Digne, Kamara, Tielemans, Bailey, Buendía, Rodgers, Watkins.
- Celtic: Schmeichel, Taylor, Vickers, Johnston, Carter-Vickers, McGregor, Hatate, Engels, Furuhashi, Kyogo, Ida.
Head-to-Head
The teams have never met before.
Prediction
The hosts have superior individual quality, but Celtic should not be underestimated. I suggest a bet on an away victory with a +1.5 goal handicap for Celtic.
