The UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg between Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain is set to deliver an electrifying showdown at Villa Park on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. PSG enter the tie with a 3-1 lead from the first leg in Paris, putting Unai Emery’s side under pressure to stage a comeback on home soil. With a coveted spot in the semi-finals hanging in the balance, this clash represents a pivotal moment in both clubs’ European journeys.
PSG vs Aston Villa
Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain have faced each other only once, with PSG emerging victorious in that encounter. There have been no draws, and the sole match between the two sides averaged 4.00 goals.
This season, Aston Villa are averaging 1.63 goals per game, while PSG boast a stronger attacking record with an average of 2.65 goals per game. Aston Villa will be aiming to build on their recent 3-0 Premier League win over Southampton, a match in which they dominated possession with 60% and registered 25 shots, 10 of which were on target. Southampton, in contrast, managed just 7 attempts with 2 on target.
On the other hand, PSG head into the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final with momentum, having defeated Aston Villa 3-1 in the first leg. Their overall performance in the competition has been impressive, recording 8 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses, scoring 28 goals while conceding just 11.
Statistics for the match:
High-scoring encounters have become a theme in recent Aston Villa matches, with at least three goals scored in five of their last six games. During that span, Villa netted 13 goals, while conceding just 4, highlighting both their attacking intent and improved defensive discipline.
Paris Saint-Germain have also been in lethal form up front, registering 18 goals in their last six outings. Impressively, they’ve found the back of the net in every one of those matches. Defensively, they’ve conceded just 5 goals during that same stretch.
What is the Prediction?
In conclusion, while Aston Villa will be lifted by the energy of their home crowd and the motivation to claw back the deficit, Paris Saint-Germain’s superior form and attacking firepower make them the clear favorites to advance. Given both teams’ recent scoring trends, we can expect an open, high-intensity contest—with goals likely at both ends of the pitch.
Summary
Match: PSG vs Aston Villa
Bet: first team to score – PSG
Odds: -125 / 1.80
