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by Erik Gibbs in Europa League Picks
As they look toward this Thursday's match against Aston Villa, Go Ahead Eagles are enjoying one of their more memorable European campaigns, although their recent form remains mixed. A notable 2–1 away win against Panathinaikos in the Europa League injected some momentum into their season, but their domestic performances have been erratic.
At home, they've managed to secure points through hard-fought draws and narrow wins, but they've also been vulnerable to more clinical opponents. Their defensive shape is solid when they sit deep, but any attempt to play expansive football has exposed their limitations.
Aston Villa, by contrast, have built a reputation for consistency and controlled aggression. In the Premier League, they've managed to notch several consecutive wins and have maintained a disciplined shape under a stable managerial setup. Their Europa League performances so far have mirrored that domestic strength, with high-scoring wins and professional performances against mid-tier opponents.
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Go Ahead Eagles vs Aston Villa Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
|
15
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Go Ahead Eagles and Aston Villa Latest Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 18, 2025 - Eredivisie
Oct 5, 2025 - Eredivisie
Oct 2, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 28, 2025 - Eredivisie
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 21, 2025 - Eredivisie
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2025 - Eredivisie
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 13, 2025 - Eredivisie
Aug 23, 2025 - Eredivisie
Aug 17, 2025 - Eredivisie
Jul 26, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 18, 2025 - Eredivisie
Oct 2, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 28, 2025 - Eredivisie
Sep 21, 2025 - Eredivisie
Aug 30, 2025 - Eredivisie
Aug 8, 2025 - Eredivisie
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 19, 2025 - Premier League
Oct 5, 2025 - Premier League
Oct 2, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 28, 2025 - Premier League
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 21, 2025 - Premier League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 5, 2025 - Premier League
Sep 28, 2025 - Premier League
Sep 25, 2025 - Europa League
Aug 31, 2025 - Premier League
Aug 16, 2025 - Premier League
Aug 6, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 19, 2025 - Premier League
Oct 2, 2025 - Europa League
Sep 21, 2025 - Premier League
Sep 16, 2025 - Carabao Cup
Sep 13, 2025 - Premier League
Aug 23, 2025 - Premier League
Go Ahead Eagles against Aston Villa Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
P. Saathof
ForwardS. Tengstedt
V. Edvardsen
Y. Tielemans
Most goals and assists
Go Ahead Eagles
Aston Villa
M. Smit
(6 Goals)
E. Buendia
(3 Goals)
, 
J. McGinn
(3 Goals)
D. James
(2 Assists)
, 
J. Breum
(2 Assists)
, 
V. Edvardsen
(2 Assists)
B. Kamara
(3 Assists)
Go Ahead Eagles and Aston Villa Stats in Europa League
Go Ahead Eagles - Aston Villa Key Points
- Go Ahead Eagles are 1-1 ATS in their last 2 games
- Aston Villa are 2-0 ATS in their last 2 games
- The Over is 1-0 in the Eagles' last 2 games
- The Over is 0-2 in Aston Villa's last 2 games
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Our Go Ahead Eagles vs Aston Villa Prediction
Go Ahead Eagles rely on a collective approach rather than standout stars. However, players like Mitch Dijks, with his surging runs and ability to swing in crosses, provide width and momentum. Their goals often come from scrappy plays or opportunistic moments rather than sustained pressure.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, possess a wealth of talent, with Ollie Watkins continuing to lead the line effectively. Watkins has been a consistent goal scorer and a major presence in the box. Douglas Luiz in midfield offers balance and vision, often dictating the tempo of Villa's play while contributing goals of his own.
With such talent in their ranks and a proven ability to control possession and exploit weaknesses, Villa should be well positioned to dominate this encounter. Go Ahead Eagles will put up a fight, especially at home, but Villa's superior quality and tactical depth should see them come out on top, likely by a comfortable margin. Our prediction for Go Ahead Eagles vs Aston Villa: Over 2.5 goals.
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