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Aston Villa will host Manchester City at Villa Park in a blockbuster Premier League clash on the 21st of December 2024 at 12:30 UTC. With both teams chasing significant goals this season, this encounter promises to be a thrilling battle between two well drilled and coached sides.
Villa Park, known for its buzzing atmosphere, will be buzzing with excitement as the home side faces the reigning champions. Manchester City, with their wealth of quality and coached by arguably the best in the world if not of all time, will be looking to regain their top spot, even as Liverpool seem to be well on their way to reclaiming the Premier League title under Arne Slot.
The Villains have been one of the standout teams in the league since last season, showcasing an exciting brand of football under their manager. Unai Emery since his appointment has instilled a sense of attacking intent and strong defensive structure, and has made their home ground a fortress.
Their midfield consisting of the likes of Andre Onana and Youri Tielemans have been effective, combining grit and creativity, while the likes of Jhon Duran and Ollie Watkins have been clinical in front of goal. This fixture against Manchester City presents an opportunity for Villa to bounce back from a recent drop off in form.
Villa will rely on their passionate home support to push them through what is arguably one of their toughest tests of the season. A win here would not only boost their position in the league but also boost their confidence. Unai Emery was disappointed after his team's 2-0 loss to Liverpool at Anfield, and he had this to say after the game;
"I am happy with the players," Emery said.
"We played with the plan we had. To get some points here is very difficult and maybe we needed more.
"Even dominating some moments of the match, they were creating some chances in transition and we have to work to improve it. We conceded two easy transitions for them from corners.
"We also created two good chances from corners and we competed like we needed to get something but we didn't get points here."
"I'm happy with the match we played. We have to try and keep balance and be consistent like we were last year. We are some points under the level we had last year, but the Premier League is very difficult and it's tight with other teams in the table."
"I want to recover some players. They're not getting fit like they have to but we are helping those players to get better, to feel better."
Meanwhile, fans can now get Aston Villa tickets from an online resale store in order to watch the game in the stadium.
Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, enter this match with the aim of recovering lost grounds. Renowned for their tactical flexibility and ability to control games, City are a team that thrives under pressure, and can bounce back here.
With an ever busy schedule ahead, this game will be another opportunity for City to showcase their depth and resilience, since the injury to Rodri. The team has wobbled and fumbled and have even lost four straight games in all competitions. A victory here will be very key to getting back into the title race.
Pep Guardiola will also be hoping to get more of his injured legs back for this bumper fixture.
Here is what he had to say after their last defeat before the international break.
"The guys played really, really good so I don't regret," Guardiola said. "They were magnificent in many ways. Brighton were really good with the ball and a lot of pace up front. In the first half we were really good and brilliant. In the second half, fatigue and they made changes we cannot do right now, and we lost the game."
"Two in the Premier League," Guardiola said. "You have to count the victories and defeats, and we win a lot. I know it's the first time [for four-straight losses in his career] and everyone wants to talk about that. It's not nice to be defeated two in a row. Performance in certain moments is good but not all the minutes we would need."
"I don't know but we will be better for the fact that we will have players to play," Guardiola said.
"The game was there. We played really good. First half we had three or four clear chances, but it is what it is."
"Clean our heads over the international break and the players come back fit, more players to do it, and altogether. You know you have to play every three days. The success we've had the last few years is with so few injuries. We need to be more consistent like we played the first half."
Villa Park, with its capacity of over 42,000, is expected to be packed for this high profile encounter. The vibrant atmosphere will add to the excitement as Aston Villa vs Manchester City tickets face off on the 21st of December 2024, 12:30 UTC.
Tickets for the match can be purchased through the official websites of both clubs or authorised resellers. As this is a marquee fixture, fans are advised to secure tickets early to avoid disappointment. The match will also be broadcast live on major sports networks for those unable to attend in person.
Both teams have great players and deep squads filled with quality and youth, setting the stage for a balanced contest.
Aston Villa
MartÃnez, Carlos, Konsa, Pau Torres, Digne, Onana,Tielemans, Bailey, Ramsey, Rogers, Watkins
Manchester City
Ederson, Walker, Lewis, Gvardiol, Simpson-Pussey, Kovacic, Bernardo Silva, De Bruyne, Doku, Savinho,Haaland
Aston Villa will look to press high and exploit any defensive lapses from City, while City's intricate passing and relentless pressure could create openings. The game is likely to be keenly contested, with moments of brilliance potentially deciding the outcome.
Aston Villa 1-2 Manchester City
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