Bitesize Prediction: Wolves vs Aston Villa – 06/05/23

Competition: Premier League

Market: Over 1.5 goals

Odds: 2/5 @ 888sport

In what is a real Midlands derby on Saturday afternoon, Aston Villa will be seeking an immediate return to winning ways when they travel to Wolves.

Starting with the hosts, while Wolves’ 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace on April 25th might have all but confirmed their Premier League safety, Julen Lopetegui’s side certainly came crashing back down to earth last weekend. Putting in a nightmare display away at Brighton as they were eventually hit with an infamous 6-0 drumming, the one-time Real Madrid boss is calling on his side to find some recent stability. Suffering a collapse away at relegation scrappers Leicester on April 22nd as they were hit with a 2-1 loss, Wolves have now lost two of their last three Premier League appearances. However, glad to make a return to Molinuex here, it should be noted that Lopetegui’s side have continued to shine on home soil. In fact, last seen in front of their own supporters picking up a 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace, it is worth highlighting that the Oranges have mustered 12 points from their last five top-flight showdowns in the Midlands.

As for the visitors, while Aston Villa might have seen their extended flurry come to an end at Old Trafford last week, the mood in Unai Emery’s camp should be at a red-hot high. Only continuing to shine since they welcomed the ex-Arsenal boss to Villa Park, it is no secret that Saturday’s guests have their sights firmly set on clinching a famous European spot this season. Riding what has been a stellar wave of momentum, the Villains have now lost just one of their previous 11 Premier League appearances – a run that stems back to a 4-2 loss against Arsenal on February 18th. With their eye-catching purple patch highlighted by a stunning 3-0 romp against Newcastle last month, Emery’s side will be desperate to claim an immediate boost when they travel across the Midlands this weekend. Playing out a 1-1 draw when they welcomed Wolves to Villa Park for their reverse Premier League meeting on January 4th, neutrals could be treated to an enjoyable affair here.

Bet: Over 1.5 goals at Wolves vs Aston Villa 2/5 for Saturday’s Premier League matchup @ 888sport