Man Utd vs Aston Villa Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Old Trafford hosts a messy Premier League matchup, a home side in a slump against a Villa team in form, yet the Man Utd vs Aston Villa betting odds still favor United.

United sit 18th in the standings, and Michael Carrick is under real scrutiny. A Champions League comeback against Roma at least ended a 54-day wait for a win.

Aston Villa arrive unbeaten in their last 5 Premier League games, though a heavy Champions League loss at Barcelona capped a rare rough week for Unai Emery's side.

History backs the hosts. Man Utd have won their last 5 home games against Aston Villa in all competitions, and another slip could drag United into the relegation zone.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Recent Results

United are winless in their last 7 Premier League games, and a United win landed just 2 times out of the last 10 games against all opponents. Europe offered relief, as Matheus Cunha struck late to finish the comeback over Roma after Bruno Fernandes scored from the spot. Bryan Mbeumo remains the focal point up top.

Villa's broader record is sturdier, as a Villa win landed 6 times out of the last 10 games against all opponents. They have also won league road games at Tottenham and Newcastle. The week still stung, with a tie against Fulham before a 3-0 Champions League defeat at Barcelona. Nicolas Jackson leads the line, with Johan Manzambi the spark behind him.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Man Utd: Carlos Baleba (Injured/out), Benjamin Šeško (Injured/out), Manuel Ugarte (Injured/out), Luke Shaw (Injured/out), Patrick Dorgu (Injured/doubtful), Marcus Rashford (Injured/doubtful), Lisandro Martínez (Suspended)

Aston Villa: Amadou Onana (Injured/out), Matteo Ruggeri (Injured/out), Aaron Wan-Bissaka (Injured/doubtful), Matty Cash (Suspended)

Man Utd

Carlos Baleba limped off with a hamstring injury against Roma and looks set for a spell on the sidelines, while Lisandro Martínez serves a one-game ban after his red card at Chelsea. Luke Shaw and Benjamin Šeško will definitely miss out, Patrick Dorgu and Marcus Rashford are hoping to return from injury, and Shea Lacey is pushing for a start after a sharp cameo off the bench in the Champions League.

Aston Villa

Right back is the headache shaping the Man Utd vs Aston Villa lineups. Matty Cash is suspended after picking up five yellow cards and Aaron Wan-Bissaka is still a doubt, so Victor Lindelöf could move across, with Tyrone Mings partnering Pau Torres at center back. Matteo Ruggeri (hamstring) remains several weeks away, and Amadou Onana is also out.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Predicted Lineup

Man Utd

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable: Senne Lammens; Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro; Youri Tielemans, Kobbie Mainoo; Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo; Bryan Mbeumo

Aston Villa

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable: Zion Suzuki; Ian Maatsen, Pau Torres, Tyrone Mings, Victor Lindelöf; Boubacar Kamara, João Gomes; Johan Manzambi, John McGinn, Alysson; Nicolas Jackson

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Key Stats & Game Facts

• Man Utd have had 6+ shots on target in 3 out of 3 games vs Aston Villa (Premier League).
• There have been 29+ shots taken in 5 of Aston Villa's last 6 games (Premier League).
• Matheus Cunha has scored in 4 of his last 4 appearances vs Aston Villa (Premier League).
• Man Utd have received 2+ cards in 5 of their last 5 games vs Aston Villa (Premier League).
• Boubacar Kamara has made 4+ tackles in 3 of his last 3 appearances (Premier League).

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our Man Utd vs Aston Villa prediction is a United win, though not a comfortable one. The projection makes United the favorite with a 46.2% win probability, and with Cash suspended, Villa's soft spot defending attacks down the wings lines up with the hosts' best weapon. United are +125 (Polymarket) on the moneyline, and we trust home pressure over Villa's recent form.

Best Picks

Diogo Dalot Over 0.5 in the Player Shots On Target market. He is a wing-back in a home side the model favors. This is a Player Shots On Target prop, and it tops the list of Man Utd vs Aston Villa best picks. The projection puts it at 36.81%. The implied probability is only 22.2%, and Dalot's overlapping runs feed straight into United's strength attacking down the wings.

Tyrone Mings Over 1.5 in the Player Tackles market. Villa are expected to defend a lot against a home side that takes plenty of shots. This pick lives in the Player Tackles market. Mings looks set to start at center back against a United side that takes a lot of shots, so he should be busy all afternoon. The projection rates it at 32.57%. That sits well above a 20% implied probability.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Same Game Parlay

These Man Utd vs Aston Villa same game parlay picks stack two Bryan Mbeumo shot props with a Nicolas Jackson goal and a card-heavy afternoon.

Leg one is Bryan Mbeumo Over 0.5 on his Player Shots On Target prop. Over his last 9 Premier League appearances, he has hit the target in every one of them.

Nicolas Jackson in the Anytime Goalscorer market. He has scored in 4 of the last 5 Premier League games he has played, and United's defense has given him little reason to stop.

Bryan Mbeumo Over 1.5 Player Shots completes his double. Two or more attempts showed up in 8 of Mbeumo's last 9 Premier League outings, and United love shooting from range.

Over 6.5 in the Total Cards market. The line has hit in 3 of the last 4 Aston Villa games, and opponents play aggressively against both of these teams.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Talking Points

The bigger story is in the dugouts. Michael Carrick's job is under review across these home dates against Roma and Villa, while Unai Emery has just agreed with chairman Nassef Sawiris to extend his project beyond a contract that already runs through 2029. On the field, United are one of only two Premier League teams without a clean sheet this season, which is why a Villa goal makes sense even in a United win.

Man Utd vs Aston Villa Predictions FAQs

When is the Man Utd vs Aston Villa English Premier League game?

The game kicks off on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT.

Where is Man Utd vs Aston Villa being played?

The game is being played at Old Trafford.

Who is injured or suspended for Man Utd and Aston Villa?

For Man Utd, Carlos Baleba, Benjamin Šeško, Manuel Ugarte and Luke Shaw are injured, Patrick Dorgu and Marcus Rashford are doubtful, and Lisandro Martínez is suspended. For Aston Villa, Amadou Onana and Matteo Ruggeri are injured, Aaron Wan-Bissaka is doubtful, and Matty Cash is suspended.

What formation is predicted for Man Utd vs Aston Villa?

Both Man Utd and Aston Villa are predicted to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

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