The Matchday 3 clash in the 2025/26 Europa League group stage between Go Ahead Eagles (Netherlands) and Aston Villa (England) will take place on October 23 at the De Adelaarshorst Stadium in Deventer. Go Ahead Eagles vs. Aston Villa: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Go Ahead Eagles
The Dutch team is participating in the main stage of European competitions for the first time. Their debut was unsuccessful, as they lost 0-1 at home to FCSB. However, in the second group stage match, they sensationally defeated Panathinaikos 2-1 in Greece. This victory earned them 3 points, lifting them to 16th place in the standings.
- In their last 6 European matches, the club has managed just 1 win (2 draws and 3 losses).
- No more than 3 goals were scored in 5 of Go Ahead Eagles' last 6 European games.
- Both teams scored in the last 3 away matches of the Dutch team in European competitions.
Predicted lineup for Go Ahead Eagles (4-2-3-1)
Jari De Busser – Dean James, Joris Kramer, Gerrit Nauber, Mats Deijl – Evert Linthorst, Melle Meulensteen – Mathies Suray, Jacob Breum, Rijonell Margaret – Milan Smit.
Aston Villa
The English side made an excellent debut in the Europa League group stage. Unai Emery's men defeated Bologna 1-0 at home and won 2-0 away against Feyenoord. With six points, the club is among the top seven teams with a perfect record after two rounds. Notably, alongside the Birmingham team, only two other opponents have not conceded a single goal.
- Aston Villa has won 6 of their last 7 European matches.
- At least 3 goals were scored in 5 of the last 7 games of the English side in European competitions.
- Aston Villa is on a 9-match uncompromising streak in European competitions away from home (4 wins and 5 losses).
Predicted lineup for Aston Villa (4-3-3)
Marco Bizot – Ian Maatsen, Pau Torres, Ezri Konsa, Matty Cash – Morgan Rogers, John McGinn, Boubacar Kamara – Evan Ferguson, Ollie Watkins, Emiliano Buendia.
Referee
Filip Glova (Slovakia)
Matches – 8 (International matches, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 41;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.1;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 31;
Penalties – 25%.
Go Ahead Eagles vs. Aston Villa: Match Prediction
In the upcoming match, I favor the visitors. The Dutch team has minimal experience in international competitions, having just secured their first European victory in the last round. Furthermore, in their opening match, they struggled even against modest FCSB at home, whereas the Birmingham side represents the Premier League and is significantly stronger than the Romanians.
Aston Villa performed excellently in both their Europa League group stage matches, securing two clean-sheet victories against very strong opponents. Last season, the English side played well in the main stage of the Champions League, reaching the Round of 16 in the elite European competition. It is crucial for Aston Villa to secure a spot in the tournament's playoffs as early as possible, as they need to focus all their efforts on the Premier League, where they face challenges.
My prediction – Aston Villa to win
For each team, the starting lineup from their previous match in this tournament is indicated.
