Published Feb 20, 3:21am ET by
Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Feb 20, 3:21am ET
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Updated Feb 20, 3:23am ET
A huge weekend of Premier League action is set, with a matchup impacting both ends of the standings set for Villa Park. Find the odds and our Aston Villa vs. Leeds picks here.
Unai Emery’s side remain in a solid position to achieve a Champions League spot, but they have recorded just a single win in their last four competitive fixtures.
Leeds have been in brilliant form in recent weeks, moving six points clear of the drop zone after taking eight points from the last 15 available.
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| Aston Villa | -118 |
| The Draw | +263 |
| Leeds | +356 |
Aston Villa sit third in the EPL standings, but they hold just a five-point advantage over fourth-placed Man United.
Unai Emery’s side were disappointingly beaten in the FA Cup last weekend, losing 3-1 at home to Newcastle. However, Villa boast a strong record against promoted teams under Emery, having avoided defeat in their last 18.
But, goals have dried up for Villa in recent weeks, scoring just four goals in their last seven EPL fixtures. Morgan Rogers will be the key man for the hosts, with the attacking midfielder having registered club-high stats for chances created and assists.
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Daniel Farke deserves huge credit at Leeds, as the coach was faced with the prospect of the sack before leading the Whites on an excellent run of form.
Leeds have moved six points clear of the drop, and they showed excellent character in last weekend’s FA Cup tie against Birmingham City to progress via penalties. Leeds have been incredibly difficult to beat since the start of December, with only Man City and Man United suffering fewer defeats.
However, draws have been a common theme, with a league-high seven ties being played out over the same period. Lukas Nmecha is a man in form for the Whites, having racked up three goal involvements in his last two appearances.
| TOTAL | Aston Villa | Leeds | DRAWS | |
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| Games | 32 | 13 | 8 | 11 |
| Goals | 66 | 36 | 30 |
This should be a fascinating clash, but it is worth noting that Villa have avoided defeat in their last six against Leeds. But, the fact that the Whites have been difficult to beat shouldn’t be dismissed, meaning that the best value could be on the points being shared.
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