Aston Villa host West Ham at Villa Park today, aiming to halt a three-match domestic losing streak and maintain their position in the Champions League qualification spots.
The Villans have moved into a critical stage of their season, looking to translate their European dominance into Premier League points. Manager Unai Emery oversaw a historic European progression on Thursday.
But he must now navigate a domestic goal drought that has seen his side score just 10 times in 2026—the fewest in the division. Villa are unbeaten in their last six meetings with the Hammers and will look to maintain that dominance tonight.
Aston Villa team news
Unai Emery manages a squad receiving positive news on several key regulars. Notably, Youri Tielemans has returned to first-team training after two months out and will be assessed before kick-off. Consequently, while likely too soon to start, his presence on the bench provides a major lift.
Matty Cash and Emi Buendía are both fit to start after overcoming injury issues, while Ross Barkley and Douglas Luiz will compete for the spot alongside Amadou Onana.
Notably, Morgan Rogers remains an essential figure; every one of his eight league goals this season has either put Villa ahead or drawn them level—the highest such 100% record in the league.
Emiliano Martínez will start in goal, behind a defence likely to feature the returning Ezri Konsa and Tyrone Mings. In midfield, Douglas Luiz is expected to partner Onana, providing the control needed against a West Ham low block.
John McGinn and Jadon Sancho are poised to provide the width for striker Ollie Watkins, who looked refreshed in Europe and will be eager to prove a point following his omission from the latest England squad.
Notably, Villa have won only one of their last seven home league games against West Ham, a trend they must buck tonight to avoid four consecutive league defeats for the first time since 2022.
Aston Villa predicted lineup
Aston Villa Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Digne; Onana, Luiz; McGinn, Rogers, Buendia; Watkins
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Villa Park on Sunday, 22 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 14:15 GMT.
How to watch Aston Villa vs West Ham?
UK fans can watch the match live on Sky Sports.
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