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by Stephen Abiola in Champions League Picks
On Wednesday night, Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa will lock horns in a thrilling UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash at Parc des Princes. This will be the first of this two-legged tie, with PSG eager to maximize their home advantage. Luis Enrique's men surprised everyone after bundling Liverpool out of this competition in the Round of 16 on penalties. They'll now be eager to eliminate another English team and probably dream of winning the trophy.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, have really earned their shot at greatness this season. Unai Emery's men booked a place in the quarters after dispatching Club Brugge 6-1 on aggregate. Marco Asensio, who joined them on loan from PSG in January, has been a revelation so far, scoring a brace in their 3-0 win over Club Brugge. Villa will enter this matchup with an underdog tag, although they pack enough talent and resilience to face any side in this competition.
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PSG vs Aston Villa Form
PSG and Aston Villa Latest Matches
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 5, 2025 - Ligue 1
Apr 1, 2025 - French Cup
Mar 29, 2025 - Ligue 1
Mar 16, 2025 - Ligue 1
Mar 11, 2025 - Champions League
Mar 8, 2025 - Ligue 1
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 5, 2025 - Ligue 1
Mar 16, 2025 - Ligue 1
Mar 5, 2025 - Champions League
Mar 1, 2025 - Ligue 1
Feb 19, 2025 - Champions League
Feb 7, 2025 - Ligue 1
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 1, 2025 - French Cup
Mar 29, 2025 - Ligue 1
Mar 11, 2025 - Champions League
Mar 8, 2025 - Ligue 1
Feb 26, 2025 - French Cup
Feb 23, 2025 - Ligue 1
6/6 (100%)
0/6 (0%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 5, 2025 - Premier League
Apr 2, 2025 - Premier League
Mar 30, 2025 - FA Cup
Mar 20, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Mar 12, 2025 - Champions League
Mar 8, 2025 - Premier League
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 5, 2025 - Premier League
Mar 20, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Mar 12, 2025 - Champions League
Feb 28, 2025 - FA Cup
Feb 22, 2025 - Premier League
Feb 19, 2025 - Premier League
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Apr 2, 2025 - Premier League
Mar 30, 2025 - FA Cup
Mar 8, 2025 - Premier League
Mar 4, 2025 - Champions League
Feb 25, 2025 - Premier League
Feb 1, 2025 - Premier League
PSG - Aston Villa: Form Analysis
PSG have been on fire locally and will look to extend their winning form to this competition. They defeated Angers 1-0 last weekend to become the new French champions for the 13th time with six matches to spare. Les Parisiens did not lose a match during the 2024-25 campaign. However, their Champions League form has been shaky, losing four and winning seven of their assignments. Their attack has looked sharp, scoring 25 goals, an average of 2.09 per match.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, are fighting to maintain their top-four status in the EPL.
They are sixth in the standings with 51 points, just two points behind the fourth-placed Chelsea. The Villains boosted their qualification chances last weekend after defeating the third-placed Nottingham Forest 2-1 at Villa Park. Villa have now won their last five matches in all competitions and boast seven wins in their 10 Champions League assignments.
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PSG against Aston Villa Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
PSG & Aston Villa Squad Analysis
PSG will be without their experienced center-back Marquinhos, who is serving a suspension. He has made 19 league appearances for the French champions, scoring once. Luis Enrique could select Beraldo to partner Pacho at the center of the defense, although Presnel Kimpembe will also be pushing to start on Wednesday. In-form striker Ousmane Dembele will lead the attack, with the Frenchman scoring seven goals in his 10 Champions League starts this season.
Aston Villa will be hoping to unleash Marco Asensio on his former employers on Wednesday.
Some club fans have been worried that the Spanish midfielder, who is on loan from PSG, will not be eligible to play. However, no Champions League rule prevents him from playing this matchup. However, Jamaica's Leon Bailey is doubtful of playing after missing their last game with a knock. England's Ross Barkley is also questionable with a calf injury.
Most goals and assists
PSG
Aston Villa
O. Dembele
(28 Goals)
O. Watkins
(16 Goals)
B. Barcola
(13 Assists)
O. Watkins
(11 Assists)
PSG - Aston Villa Key Points
- PSG won 15 of their previous 16 games.
- PSG won eight of their last 10 matches at home.
- Both teams scored in four of the last five PSG games.
- Over 3.5 goals were scored in eight of the last 10 PSG games.
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Our PSG vs Aston Villa Prediction
This is the first time these rivals meet in a competitive environment. However, Henrique and Emery are familiar with each other from their stints in the Spanish La Liga. PSG will be eager to get a first-leg win and get the job done at Villa Park just as they did in Anfield, Liverpool. Their attackers have been full of life lately, scoring over 2.5 goals in each of their last three games.
However, their defense has shown vulnerability, something that Villa's attackers will be keen to maximize. PSG have conceded in four of their last five games, shipping in five goals in the process. For this reason, we should expect several goals on Wednesday.
Our prediction for PSG vs Aston Villa: Over 3.5 goals.
PSG vs Aston Villa - Other Interesting Picks
Both teams to score
PSG have looked vulnerable in the Champions League and Villa can smell the opportunity. They have conceded against all the English teams they have faced this season, including Arsenal, Liverpool, and Man City. Aston Villa, meanwhile, have scored over 2.5 goals in each of their last three Champions League games. Therefore, we predict an entertaining game with both teams scoring.
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