FC Basel vs Aston Villa: Match preview, H2H, lineups

[(FC Basel) Strength]:
1. FC Basel are 24th with 6 points, on the verge of the playoff zone. They need to grab points to cement their playoff spot.
2. FC Basel beat FC Winterthur 2-1 in the last Swiss Super League match, showing decent performances.
3. FC Basel scored 7 goals in the Europa League league phase, including 5 goals scored at home, showcasing commendable scoring efficiency at home in European football.

[(FC Basel) Neutral]:
1. FC Basel received only 1 draw and 1 loss in their recent 2 home games, showing a decline in home performance.
2. FC Basel failed to end their last 6 consecutive games with OVERs in O/U.

[(FC Basel) Weakness]:
1. FC Basel lost 2-1 to K.R.C. Genk on the road in the last Europa League match, revealing unstable form in European football.
2. FC Basel lost the last 6 consecutive games in AH, demonstrating poor recent trends.

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Strength]:
1. Aston Villa F.C. are 3rd with 12 points, with a slim gap away from the top place. They have a big hope of topping the table.
2. Aston Villa F.C. won 2-1 over Arsenal in the last Premier League game, continuing their winning streak.
3. Aston Villa F.C. beat Young Boys 2-1 at home in the last Europa League game, indicating decent form.
4. Aston Villa F.C. won the last 2 away games, revealing a rebound in away performance.
5. Aston Villa F.C. scored 11 goals in the last 5 games, averaging over 2 goals per game.
6. Aston Villa F.C. lost only one of the last 7 games in AH, showcasing excellent recent trends.

[(Aston Villa F.C.) Neutral]:
1. Both sides have never met before, so this game would be their first encounter.

[Tips]:
FC Basel are from the Swiss Super League, showing a big gap with Aston Villa F.C. in overall strength.

Besides, the home team are now on the verge of the playoff zone.

Despite their strong motivation for a playoff spot, Aston Villa, in the top half, are also fighting for the 1st place.

Moreover, Aston Villa have been in more stable recent form.

Thus, the away team are expected to win this game.

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