January 8th features a match where Aston Villa will host Stevenage at Villa Park in a FA Cup match. Weather on match day is looking like a cloudy and cool day, with daytime temperatures of only 6 degrees, which will make playing unpleasant. In their last match, Aston Villa recorded a 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Daniel Podence struck first for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the 12th minute on a feed from João Moutinho, then in the 78th minute, Tyrone Mings sent in a beautiful pass which was converted by Danny Ings earning Aston Villa at least a draw. Aston Villa is looking for direction having earned 14 points in their last 10 matches, while in their last match, Stevenage recorded a 3-0 shutout win against King’s Lynn Town. Luke Norris struck first for Stevenage in the 49th minute, then Luke Norris added another in the 51st minute In the end, King’s Lynn Town was frustrated by Stevenage’s defence and couldn’t put any tallies on the board. Stevenage ended the match with the shutout victory. They’re hoping to improve on their recent performance, having earned only 6 points in their last 10 matches.
These two teams have not yet played each other this season.
Luke Norris has been the most prolific scorer on Stevenage in the last 5 matches with 3 goals. Aston Villa’s most prolific scorer has been Danny Ings. He has netted 2 goals over the last 5 matches.