European nights at Villa Park always carry a special aura, and this Thursday feels no different. Aston Villa are flying under Unai Emery, winning nine of their last eleven in all competitions, and looking every bit like Europa League contenders.
Young Boys arrive in Birmingham with goals in their boots, confidence boosted by back-to-back domestic wins but also with the worst defensive record in the group.
Terms & Conditions apply. 18+
Odds are correct at time of writing.
Aston Villa vs Young Boys Predictions
Both Teams to Score – Yes @19/20
Aston Villa to Win @1/5
Over 2.5 Goals @4/7
Christian Fassnacht – 2+ Shots @5/6
Both Teams to Score – Yes @19/20
Young Boys have scored in three of four Europa League matches and average over two goals per game domestically. Villa’s defence is strong but not impenetrable, especially against sides that attack with pace.
Aston Villa to Win @1/5
Villa have won three of four in Europe and are on a six-match winning streak at home. Even with rotations, they should have too much quality.
Over 2.5 Goals @4/7
Villa’s last five home matches have all gone over 2.5, while Young Boys are averaging 4.5 total goals in recent away fixtures. Promises attacking football from both sides.
Christian Fassnacht – 2+ Shots @5/6
Young Boys’ main attacking outlet. Fassnacht averages 2.6 shots per 90 minutes in Europe and has scored nine goals in 13 Swiss league matches. He is heavily involved even when his team doesn’t dominate possession.
Aston Villa vs Young Boys Final Prediction
Villa’s home record, form, and firepower make them clear favourites. But Young Boys are not shy going forward and have the tools to test Villa’s defence at least once. Expect Villa to dominate possession and create chances through Malen, Rogers, and Tielemans, while Young Boys look for counters and set-piece moments.
We will also have all the essential World Cup 2026 betting tips ahead of the summer tournament in Canada, USA and Mexico as well as predictions for the end of World Cup qualifying.
Min deposit requirement. Registration Required. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply.
New customers only. Register (excl 05/04/25), deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply.
New UK customers. Min £10 first deposit. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get £50 in Free Bets within 48 hours. Minimum 4 legs. Restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply. 18+. Please Gamble Responsibly. BeGambleAware.org.
18+ New customers only. Place a £10+ bet at min odds 1/1 (2.0) within 14 days of sign-up. Get £30 in Free Bets, valid for 7 days on selected bets only. Free stake not returned with winnings. T&Cs apply. BeGambleAware.org
Bet £50 to Get a £25 Free Bet. Offer available to new customers only signing up with Promo Code BET50GET25 only. Full T&C’s apply. 18+. Gambleaware.org
New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile exclusive. Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Account & Payment method restrictions apply. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply.
Disclaimer: 18+ New customers only. Opt in, deposit and bet £10 (odds 2.00+) within 7 days of registration. Get £30 in Free Bets for selected markets, 7 days expiry. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org | Please gamble responsibly.
*New members only. £10+ bet on sports (ex. Virtuals) 1.5 min odds, settled within 14 days. Free Bets: accept in 7 days, valid 7 days; £20 use on sportsbook, £10 on Bet Builder. Stake not returned. T&Cs + deposit exclusions apply. Bet Responsibly. GambleAware.org. 18+
Bet £10 get £40 in Free Bets, Sub Swap & win 25% more with Bet BuildersNo codeClaim Here
New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile exclusive. Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. Free bet applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. 30 days to qualify. Free bets expire in 7 days. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. Account & Payment method restrictions apply. 1 Free Bet offer per customer, household & IP Address only. 18+. T&Cs apply. T&Cs apply
