Aston Villa Aim to Seal Group Glory Against Salzburg

UEFA Europa League  -  Aston Villa VS Red Bull Salzburg
Match Time:30-01-2026 04:00 Friday (GMT+8)
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Aston Villa wrap up their Europa League group stage at home against Red Bulls Salzburg. Villa are already assured of a top-eight finish, sitting second in the standings. Salzburg, in 28th place, still have a chance to reach the top 24 with a win.

Team Analysis:
Aston Villa are in strong form, winning six of seven Europa League group games and recently beating Newcastle 2-0 in the Premier League. They host Red Bull Salzburg, who must win and rely on other results to reach the knockout stages, having struggled in Europe against English teams. Villa aim to continue their impressive home run and secure a seventh consecutive European victory at Villa Park.

Player Situation:
Aston Villa will be without key midfielders Tielemans, Kamara, and McGinn, with Emery likely to rotate the squad for the Europa League clash. Marco Bizot may start in goal, while Bogarde, Onana, and Hemmings could feature in midfield, supported by Sancho and Bailey in attack. Salzburg also face injury challenges but are expected to field Kerim Alajbegovic, Petar Ratkov, and Mads Bidstrup in key roles.

Result Prediction:
Salzburg need a win and will look to press Aston Villa, hoping to exploit a potentially weakened lineup. Villa aim to finish the group stage strongly in front of their home fans. Even with some stars rested, Emery’s side have enough quality to secure the victory.

Predicted Result: Aston Villa 2-1 Red Bull Salzburg.