Aston Villa and Stoke City have a near identical season. Both teams have scored the same number of points, with Villa having a game in hand. The teams have a similar win-loss ratio. What more, the teams have scored the same number of goals too. Villa has conceded fewer goals. And that is the reason why they are 10th and Stoke are 11th in the  Premier League table. Stoke, though, can swap the positions with a win in this match.

The recent H2H statistics between these teams make for interesting analysis. In the last 10 games, both the teams have won two matches each. The remaining six games have been draws. Stoke won the earlier game of the season at home 2-1.

None of the teams boast of a great recent run. Both the teams have won two of their last five matches. In spite of their inconsistency, the matches between these teams have always tended to be close affairs. The home comforts offer a slight edge to Villa. In addition, they will be confident after beating Chelsea last week.

Stoke City have some injury worries. Stephen Ireland is out with injury, while Erik Pieters and Oussama Assaidi are doubtful starters. A good news for Stoke is that Jonathan Walters will be back after suspension. Villa does not have any selection constraints. Christian Benteke and Gabriel Agbonlahor are in good touch. Fabian Delph, who scored the crucial goal against Chelsea, will also be searching for more goals.

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