Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa: match statistics
Aston Villa is the clear favorite for this encounter, sitting in 3rd place with an impressive record of 15 wins this season, while Wolverhampton lies in last place (20th) with just 1 victory. The hosts display disastrous home form with 71% losses and an average of 2.14 goals conceded per match, which, combined with a goal difference of -17, makes them a very weak side before their own crowd. Aston Villa exhibits decidedly better efficiency in away matches (46% wins, 12% shot conversion) and an advantage in possession (53% vs 45%). Although the recent form of both teams is similar (1 point/match in the last 5 games), the difference in class and table position speaks in favor of the visitors. Wolverhampton fails to score in 43% of home matches, which, given Aston Villa's solid defense (1.31 goals conceded per away match), gives the guests a real chance for the full three points.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Wolverhampton Wanderers played against Aston Villa in Premier League (England). The game was played on February 27, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Wolverhampton Wanderers has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.40 points per game. Aston Villa has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Wolverhampton Wanderers scores 0.64 goals per game and allows 1.82. Aston Villa scores 1.41 and allows 1.04. Games in this league average 2.76 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 43% of Wolverhampton Wanderers's games and 52% of Aston Villa's. The Over 2.5 rates are 43% and 48%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 54% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Aston Villa has the higher season xG average, 1.47 to 1.11 per game. Wolverhampton Wanderers takes 9.3 shots per game, while Aston Villa takes 12.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Wolverhampton Wanderers leads at halftime in 7% of its games and scores 0.29 goals per game after halftime. Aston Villa leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.89 after halftime.
When the teams score
Wolverhampton Wanderers's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). For Aston Villa, it is minutes 76-90+ (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier League games average 2.76 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 54% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Aston Villa is the clear favorite for this encounter, sitting in 3rd place with an impressive record of 15 wins this season, while Wolverhampton lies in last place (20th) with just 1 victory. The hosts display disastrous home form with 71% losses and an average of 2.14 goals conceded per match, which, combined with a goal difference of -17, makes them a very weak side before their own crowd. Aston Villa exhibits decidedly better efficiency in away matches (46% wins, 12% shot conversion) and an advantage in possession (53% vs 45%). Although the recent form of both teams is similar (1 point/match in the last 5 games), the difference in class and table position speaks in favor of the visitors. Wolverhampton fails to score in 43% of home matches, which, given Aston Villa's solid defense (1.31 goals conceded per away match), gives the guests a real chance for the full three points.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | Aston Villa | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.19 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Aston Villa is 300% better for: last-5 form.
0.4 pts / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers · 1.6 pts / game - Aston Villa
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Aston Villa is 120% better for: goals scored per game.
0.64 goals / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers · 1.41 goals / game - Aston Villa
Aston Villa is 75% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.82 goals / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers · 1.04 goals / game - Aston Villa
Wolverhampton Wanderers scores in 46% of games (13 of 28 meczów), while Aston Villa keeps a clean sheet in 30% (8 of 27 meczów).
Aston Villa scores in 70% of games (19 of 27 meczów), while Wolverhampton Wanderers keeps a clean sheet in 11% (3 of 28 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Wolverhampton Wanderers
Over / Under - Aston Villa
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Aston Villa is 79% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.68 pts / game - Wolverhampton Wanderers · 1.22 pts / game - Aston Villa
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Wolverhampton Wanderers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 7% of games and wins 4%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Aston Villa - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 56%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -5 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): -7 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (11 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +7 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Wolverhampton Wanderers
Aston Villa
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier League).
Teams vs league
| Wolverhampton Wanderers | Liga | Aston Villa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.46 | 2.76 | ▼ 2.44 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 43% | 56% | ▼ 52% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 43% | 54% | ▼ 48% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 11% | 26% | ▲ 30% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 64% | 71% | • 70% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 71% | 80% | ▼ 78% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
- Aston VillaSubstitutionOn: Alysson Edward Franco da Rocha dos SantosOff: Oliver George Arthur Watkins
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Wolverhampton Wanderers's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Aston Villa. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa?
The Premier League match finished Wolverhampton Wanderers 2:0 Aston Villa. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa?
Wolverhampton Wanderers score 0.64 goals per game on average and Aston Villa 1.41. The Premier League average is 2.76 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 54% of games. Both teams score in 43% of Wolverhampton Wanderers's matches and 52% of Aston Villa's.
What form are Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa in?
Over the last 5 games Wolverhampton Wanderers have a 0-2-3 record (0.40 points per game) and Aston Villa 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa?
The statistical background for Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Aston Villa — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.