Aston Villa (W)
- Aston Villa (W) have performed better than their current 9th position in the Barclays WSL suggests, having taken 20 points from 19 games so far.
- The Villans have an attack that has scored 27 goals and conceded 41, which indicates a lack of defensive structure and a reliance on their ability to outscore opponents.
- Aston Villa (W) have had a mixed form in the WSL recently, playing well and getting a great result in a 2-2 draw with Manchester City, but then losing 4-3 at Chelsea.
- They appear to be back on track with a gritty 2-1 away win at Leicester last time out.
- Arroyo’s girls like to play on the front foot and press high, they have the pace and talent to beat the opposition.
- Villa’s injury situation could force changes upon Arroyo.
West Ham United (W)
- Rita Guarino has done a decent job since being appointed as West Ham United (W) manager in December and her side have displayed much greater structure and discipline since she took charge.
- The 11th-placed Hammers have scored 17 goals and conceded 41 in the WSL this term, an identical defensive record to Villa’s, but they are the division’s bluntest attack.
- Riko Ueki is their most reliable source of goals up front, while captain Katrina Gorry provides the leadership and vision from the midfield pivot.
- West Ham arrive with a nearly full-strength roster and will do so with renewed confidence under the Italian coach.
Head-to-Head
Aston Villa (W) have won the last two Super League Women’s meetings with West Ham United (W) , including a 2 - 0 away victory in October 2025 .
Key Players
- Natalia Arroyo’s team will miss the pace and power of star striker Rachel Daly and the guile of Gabi Nunes through injury, but have the creative flair of Lucia Kendall to threaten the Hammers backline on Monday.
- Riko Ueki is their most reliable source of goals up front, while Katrina Gorry provides the leadership and vision from midfield.
- England international Ellie Roebuck has the class and pedigree of an international goalkeeper to stabilise the backline, but her fitness is yet to be confirmed prior to kickoff.
Prediction
Our view is that Villa’s greater attacking intent and home record should see them win the game , but with both sides in desperate need of points, one for mid-table safety and the other to escape relegation, it will be a tough contest.
