Journalist Alex Keble for the Premier League believes that Aston Villa will not be enjoying their forthcoming matchup with West Ham.
This Sunday, October 22, marks the East London team’s first game back following the international break as they visit Villa Park to face Unai Emery’s team.
Prior to the match in the Midlands, Villa leads David Moyes’s team in the standings by two points and two positions.
“West Ham has won all three of their meetings at Villa Park and is unbeaten in their last 10 Premier League games against Villa (W6 D4) dating back to May 2015,” Keble stated on the official Premier League website.
“There is no denying that they are a formidable opponent for Villa. The jinx could be too strong for Emery to overcome, despite his amazing run of ten straight league victories at Villa Park.
Villa won’t relish taking on West Ham’s unique tactical approach. Moyes like to cram opponents into the middle of the pitch, skillfully constricting the area between the lines by infrequently pressing opponents who collapse from behind.
Given the aforementioned histories of West Ham and Emery, both managers may be under pressure at Villa Park on Sunday. A single error may be all it takes to win or lose the match.
Although the Hammers have a remarkable record versus Villa, Emery has made the stadium a true stronghold for his team.
Given their obvious mutual regard, it appears that the two managers will engage in an exciting tactical duel.
Both teams have had recent success rising quickly, and they are now doing a good job of juggling their home and European travels.
Given that both teams have many players on duty for their respective countries, it’s possible that the recent international break has a significant influence in this Premier League encounter.
The Villa Park supporters will undoubtedly be loud and enthusiastic during the match, but who knows how it will turn out?
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