Aston Villa is set to clash with Brighton on December 3, 2025, in what promises to be an exciting match at the American Express Stadium. Unai Emery’s squad is currently enjoying a remarkable run, having secured five consecutive victories across all competitions. This impressive form has placed the Villans fourth in the Premier League, just six points behind the leaders.
Aston Villa’s Recent Form Against Brighton
Historically, Aston Villa has performed well against Brighton in away fixtures. They have triumphed in three of their last four away league encounters with the Seagulls. However, the team faces a challenge this December, as they have lost their last four Premier League away games during this month. Breaking this pattern is crucial for maintaining their momentum in the title race.
Team News for Aston Villa
Unai Emery is likely to deploy a strong team against Brighton despite the short recovery time since the last match. A key decision looms in midfield, where Amadou Onana may replace Boubacar Kamara. Kamara found the net in the recent victory against Wolves, making this choice particularly challenging.
- Injury update: Ross Barkley will miss the match due to a serious knee injury sustained against Wolves.
- Tyrone Mings remains a long-term injury absentee.
In the attacking lineup, Ollie Watkins is expected to lead the offense. He has an impressive track record against Brighton, scoring seven goals in nine encounters with the club.
Predicted Aston Villa Lineup
The likely lineup for Aston Villa includes:
Position
Player
Goalkeeper
Martinez
Defenders
Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne
Midfielders
Tielemans, Onana
Forwards
McGinn, Rogers, Buendia
Striker
Watkins
Match Information
The fixture between Brighton and Aston Villa will commence on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM GMT. UK viewers can catch the live broadcast on Amazon Prime Video, with coverage starting at 7:00 PM GMT.
With both teams eager for a positive result, fans can anticipate a thrilling match filled with tactical battles and key performances.
