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Aston Villa's expected lineup vs Fulham, Sat 31 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 13 matches): Suzuki (10); Lindelöf (12), Cash (8), Francisco (8), Gomes (8), Maatsen (7); McGinn (12), Kamara (11), Buendía (10), Barkley (7); Jackson (10). No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Manchester City match on 24 Oct.

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“Matty Cash and Boubacar Kamara were named among the substitutes for the Matchday 3 encounter at Villa Park, but Johan Manzambi and Aaron Wan-Bissaka missed out due to injury.”

“They duo join Matteo Ruggeri and Amadou Onana on the sidelines for the European clash at Villa Park.”

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Aston Villa predicted lineup vs Fulham

MOST USED XI

Aston Villa's expected lineup at home to Fulham in the EPL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 13 official matches: Suzuki in goal, a back five of Lindelöf, Cash, Pau Francisco, Gomes and Maatsen, and Jackson leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 30 of the last 30 matches.
  • Doubtful: Maatsen.
  • Based on starts across 13 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Aston Villa, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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  • Brentford (H)Sat 10 Oct · 11 XIs109
  • Nottingham Forest (H)Sat 12 Sept · 5 XIs99
  • Hull City (A)Sat 5 Sept · 6 XIs1010

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Aston Villa are 6th in the EPL on 11 points from 8 games. They have W3 D1 L1 in their last five.

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What is Aston Villa's expected lineup?
Aston Villa's expected lineup at home to Fulham in the EPL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 13 official matches: Suzuki in goal, a back five of Lindelöf, Cash, Pau Francisco, Gomes and Maatsen, and Jackson leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Suzuki, Lindelöf, Cash, Pau Francisco, Gomes, Maatsen, McGinn, Kamara, Buendía, Barkley, Jackson.
Who started Aston Villa's last match?
Aston Villa's starting XI on 24 Oct 2026 in the Premier League (4-2-3-1): Z. Suzuki, M. Cash, V. Lindelöf, Pau Torres, I. Maatsen, B. Kamara, João Gomes, Alysson Edward, J. McGinn, J. Manzambi, N. Jackson.
What was Aston Villa's last result?
Aston Villa beat Manchester City 2–1 on 24 Oct 2026.
When did Aston Villa last win?
Aston Villa last won on 24 Oct 2026, beating Manchester City 2–1.
Who takes penalties for Aston Villa?
E. Buendía is Aston Villa's first choice penalty taker, with N. Jackson next in line. Buendía scored a penalty this season.
Who has made the most starts for Aston Villa this season?
V. Lindelöf leads with 12 starts for Aston Villa across all competitions this season.
What formation does Aston Villa use most often?
Aston Villa have used a 4-2-3-1 in 12 of their 12 matches this season.
Which Aston Villa goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Zion Suzuki has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Aston Villa this season, starting 10 matches.
Which Aston Villa defender has started the most this season?
Victor Lindelöf has made the most starts as defender for Aston Villa this season, starting 12 matches.
Which Aston Villa midfielder has started the most this season?
John McGinn has made the most starts as midfielder for Aston Villa this season, starting 12 matches.
Which Aston Villa forward has started the most this season?
Nicolas Jackson has made the most starts as forward for Aston Villa this season, starting 10 matches.
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Aston Villa past seasons

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2023-24Premier League4th68
2022-23Premier League7th61
2021-22Premier League14th45
2020-21Premier League11th55
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