AFC Bournemouth and Aston Villa face off in the round of 16 of the League Cup 2026/27 in what promises to be an exciting cup tie. The match kicks off on Wednesday 28 October at 20:45 (GMT). Both Premier League sides will be eager to secure a spot in the next round of the competition.
Both teams come into this clash with a string of strong results, setting the stage for a competitive encounter. This prediction for AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa suggests a tight match, as knockout games are often unpredictable, regardless of the teams’ recent history.
Find out what our expert predictions are for this exciting encounter.
AFC Bournemouth x Aston Villa Odds
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Match Overview - AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa
- AFC Bournemouth enters this League Cup fixture in excellent form, with four consecutive wins, including impressive victories over Manchester United and AC Milan.
- Aston Villa also arrives in top form, having won their last four matches, notably securing a recent victory against Manchester City.
- This League Cup round of 16 fixture is a winner-takes-all tie for a quarter-final spot. The head-to-head record is balanced, with Aston Villa winning four and AFC Bournemouth three of their last ten meetings.
AFC BournemouthAFC
Aston VillaASTRecent Results(Last N Matches)
Season Stats
Head-to-Head Record
- In their last ten encounters, there has been an average of 2.8 goals per match.
- Both teams have scored in six of the last ten head-to-head meetings.
- Aston Villa have found the net in all ten of their last ten competitive fixtures.
- AFC Bournemouth have managed to keep a clean sheet in five of their last ten games.
- AFC Bournemouth: Ryan Christie scored three goals in his only League Cup appearance this season.
- Aston Villa: Tammy Abraham scored a brace in his only League Cup appearance this season.
Head-to-Head
AFC BournemouthAFCAston VillaAST| Competition | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Premier League | AFC BournemouthAFC 1-1  Aston VillaAST | |
| Premier League | Aston VillaAST 4-0AFC BournemouthAFC | |
| Premier League | AFC BournemouthAFC 0-1Aston VillaAST | |
| Premier League | Aston VillaAST 1-1AFC BournemouthAFC | |
| Premier League | Aston VillaAST 3-1AFC BournemouthAFC |
Can AFC Bournemouth Keep Their Winning Streak Alive?
AFC Bournemouth arrives on the back of four consecutive wins in all competitions. These include a 3-0 Premier League victory against Manchester United and a 3-0 UEFA Europa League win against AC Milan. Their recent performances demonstrate their strong attacking and defensive capabilities.
Their League Cup campaign got off to a flying start with a 4-0 win over Lincoln. Midfielder Ryan Christie shone with a hat-trick in his only appearance, demonstrating his potential impact.
The team will be without midfielders Alex Scott and Alex Tóth, who are both injured. However, AFC Bournemouth’s strong momentum and home advantage could give them the edge. They are confident of extending their winning streak and advancing.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
Manchester UnitedMAN 0-3 AFC BournemouthAFC | WinW | |
AFC BournemouthAFC 3-0 AC MilanAC | WinW | |
AFC BournemouthAFC 2-0 SunderlandSUN | WinW | |
AFC BournemouthAFC 3-0 Sturm GrazSTU | WinW | |
ChelseaCHE 5-1 AFC BournemouthAFC | LossL | |
Will Aston Villa's Winning Streak Continue?
Aston Villa are in strong form, having won their last four matches in all competitions. Their impressive run includes a Premier League victory over Manchester City and dominant performances in the UEFA Champions League, demonstrating their high level of confidence.
In the previous League Cup round, Villa comfortably beat Coventry 3-1. Striker Tammy Abraham scored twice, and Ross Barkley scored once and provided an assist in that fixture.
However, the team will be without defenders Wan-Bissaka and Ruggeri for this match, as both are injured. Villa still have a chance of reaching the quarter-finals, despite the away fixture, thanks to their robust momentum from both domestic and European campaigns.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
Aston VillaAST 2-1 Manchester CityMAN | WinW | |
Aston VillaAST 3-1 VikingVIK | WinW | |
NewcastleNEW 0-1 Aston VillaAST | WinW | |
Aston VillaAST 6-0 FenerbahceFEN | WinW | |
Aston VillaAST 2-2 BrentfordBRE | DrawD | |
AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa Prediction: Goals Expected in Cup Clash
Both teams enter this cup tie in superb form, scoring freely and with high confidence. With so much attacking talent on display, expecting over 0.5 goals in the first half seems a reasonable prediction.
The head-to-head record is evenly matched, and with a quarter-final spot at stake, neither side will hold back. This knockout context makes a decisive result likely, suggesting that either AFC Bournemouth or Aston Villa will win.
Considering both sides’ recent goalscoring exploits and the winner-takes-all nature of the fixture, our main prediction is for a lively encounter. We anticipate either team to win with over 2.5 goals scored in total.
The odds mentioned were collected from some of the best betting sites during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Best Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Over/Under | Over 0.5 goals in the first half | |
| Double Chance | Either AFC Bournemouth or Aston Villa to win | |
Where to Watch AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa
For those wondering where to watch AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa, here is the latest broadcast information:
- TV: Sky Sports +;
- Streaming: no broadcast scheduled.
AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa Predicted Lineups
With a place in the next round of the League Cup at stake, team selection will be crucial. Injury concerns for both the AFC Bournemouth and Aston Villa lineups mean the managers will need to consider their approach to the match. This allows for tactical adjustments, with both sides looking to find the right balance to take control of the game. We can expect some intriguing decisions as they battle for a place in the next round of the competition.
AFC Bournemouth
Di Gregorio; Smith, Hill, Diakite, Soler; Cook, Christie; Gannon-Doak, Brooks, Adli; Rodriguez.
AFC BournemouthAston Villa
Bizot; Bogarde, Harwood-Bellis, Torres, Mings; Barkley, Goretzka; Mbaye, Buendia, Hemmings; Madjo.
Aston VillaMatch Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: AFC Bournemouth vs. Aston Villa
- Competition: League Cup 2026/27
- Date: 28/10/2026
- Kick-off: 20:45 (GMT)
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