There will be an exciting fixture at Selhurst Park on Saturday, as two of the most exciting young managers clash. Patrick Vieira has enjoyed a strong start to his reign at Crystal Palace, while Steven Gerrard got his first win on the board last weekend with Aston Villa.
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Crystal Palace will be looking to continue their excellent start to the Premier League season this weekend when Aston Villa come to town. The Eagles will be aware that a win this weekend could lift them up to as high as fifth, which would put them just three points outside of the Champions League places.
Palace have been one of the most difficult teams to beat in the Premier League this season, as only Liverpool and Chelsea have recorded fewer losses. However, wins have been a slight concern for the Eagles, as they have picked up maximum points on just three occasions.
They have been the draw specialists in the top-flight so far this term, as they have drawn a league-high of seven. That includes the draw that they picked up against Burnley last weekend. Christian Benteke scored twice in that entertaining 3-3 draw at Turf Moor.
Aston Villa will be looking ahead to this fixture following the end to their five-game losing streak. Steven Gerrard will be hoping for a second straight win after taking over at Villa Park, having won on his first outing against Brighton.
That was a relatively straightforward outing for the Villa, as they looked to hit the Seagulls on the counter at every opportunity. However, patience was needed to get over the line, with both of their two goals being scored in the final ten minutes. Ollie Watkins scored the first of the goals after 84 minutes, before Tyrone Mings made sure of the win in the 89th minute.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Head to Head
The team playing at home has dominated this fixture in recent years. Palace have won their last three against the Villa at Selhurst Park, while Villa have won their last three at Villa Park. The last draw in this fixture was a 1-1 in January 2015.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Prediction
Recent results in this fixture would indicate that home form could be key. For that reason, a bet on the Palace victory looks like the right way to go. They have been very strong at Selhurst this season, and that record looks set to continue this weekend.
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