Aston Villa vs Manchester City Picks and Prediction – 4/3/2024

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In a Premier League clash, Aston Villa travel to the Etihad Stadium to face off against Manchester City, in what is shaping up to be a crucial encounter for both sides. Manchester City, with their eyes set on retaining the title, face a Villa team that has shown they can upset the league's elite. Get in on all the action with our free soccer picks.

Aston Villa (18-5-7) comes into this match with a feeling of optimism as they sit in fourth place on, just five points below Man City. With a squad that has demonstrated resilience and tactical flexibility, Aston Villa will be counting on a goal from Ollie Watkins. The Forward has been electric, scoring 16 goals this season. Villa's game plan will likely involve tight defense and looking to exploit City's rare moments of vulnerability on the counter-attack. The visitors' ability to remain disciplined in their shape and clinical in their chances could define their success at the Etihad.

Manchester City (19-7-3) under the masterful guidance of Pep Guardiola, continues to set the standard in the Premier League with their mesmerizing brand of football. With a squad depth the envy of clubs across Europe, City's attacking prowess, led by their world-class forwards, poses a formidable challenge for any defense. Superstar Erling Haaland (18 goals) will be the focal point of the Man City attack. The key for City will be to unlock Villa's defense early, maintaining their fluid passing game and applying constant pressure to force errors.