Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich: Predictions and Betting Odds at 3.00
In the second round of the Champions League, Aston Villa will host Bayern Munich. The match is scheduled for October 2 at Villa Park in Birmingham. Can the home team pose a challenge to their prestigious opponent, or will the German powerhouse easily defeat the English side as they did against Dinamo Zagreb in the first round, where Vincent Kompany's squad secured a commanding 9-2 victory? Find answers to these questions in our prediction. What event should you choose for your bet?

Command Analysis

Aston Villa

Current Form
Aston Villa faced Young Boys away in their opening match of the Champions League, delivering an impressive performance with a 3-0 victory. Following that clash, Unai Emery's team has played three more matches, achieving wins against Wolverhampton (3-1) and Wycombe Wanderers in the League Cup (2-1). Last weekend, they played to a thrilling 2-2 draw against Ipswich Town in the Premier League. The club boasts an unbeaten streak of six matches, with five of those resulting in wins.
There are no real complaints about the burgundy-blue squad as they are excelling in all competitions. Thus, their next opponent will find it challenging to secure points in Birmingham.
While there are a few injured players in the squad, Unai Emery has a wealth of top-tier talent ready to step up on the pitch. Aston Villa plays an attacking style of football, and this is evidenced by their capacity to score at least twice in each of their last six games.
Disciplinary Actions and Injuries
Kamara, Cash, McGinn, and Mings will miss the match due to injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
Aston Villa has scored in six consecutive matches
The hosts have conceded goals in the last three encounters
In their last two home games, Aston Villa scored three goals each time
Projected Line-up:Martinez – Konsa, Diego Carlos, Torres, Digne – Onana, Tielemans – Bailey, Rogers, Ramsey – Watkins.

Bayern Munich

Current Form
The performance of Bayern Munich in the opening round of the Champions League was nothing short of spectacular. The German team set two records: scoring nine goals in a single match and Harry Kane achieving a hat-trick from the penalty spot. Vincent Kompany made an impressive debut as the coach of the Munich side, having taken charge just on July 1 of this year. Following such a dazzling display in European competition, the Reds also overwhelmed Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga with a 5-0 win and secured a draw against Bayer Leverkusen at 1-1.
One player stands out for the "Stars of the South." Harry Kane appears to be at the peak of his career, showcased by his brilliant five-goal performance in the Champions League opener. In the Bundesliga, he currently ranks second in the scoring charts. The season has kicked off exceptionally for him. If he continues this level of performance, he could very well be a contender for the Ballon d'Or. During the last match against Bayer, Kane sustained a minor injury, leaving his participation in the upcoming fixture uncertain. His absence would be a significant loss as he excels on English soil like no one else in the team.
Disciplinary Actions and Injuries
Bui, Buchmann, Ibrahimovic, and Sanisic will not participate in the match, with Harry Kane's involvement also in doubt.
Betting Trends of Interest
- Bayern has not lost in their last 13 matches
- Bayern has scored in 24 consecutive matches
- In three of the last four away games, opponents have conceded goals
Probable Lineup: Neuer – Guerreiro, Kim, Upamecano, Davies – Kimmich, Pavlovic – Olise, Musiala, Gnabry – Müller.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 2:3
Bayern secured this score in two of their last five away victories
17.00Bet Bayern to Score in Both Halves
This bet was successful in three of the last four matches
2.50Bet Aston Villa to Score in the Second Half
This bet has been successful in six previous matches
1.85Bet Both Teams to Score in the Second Half
Both teams regularly find the net in the second half
2.25Tip and bets
Both teams are exhibiting exceptional scoring prowess. Aston Villa has netted 15 goals in their last six matches, while Bayern Munich has found the back of the net 21 times in their previous four games. Given these statistics, it's clear that both teams are capable of combining for five goals, as neither side tends to play defensively or settle for a narrow scoreline.
Our prediction is over four total goals at odds of 3.00
Match Outcome Bet
Although Aston Villa has made a strong start to the new season, they still have a way to go to match Bayern Munich. Currently, the guests are a formidable German powerhouse, dominating opponents effortlessly. With all due respect to Guardiola, even under his leadership, the Reds did not display the level of excellence that they do now. We are placing our bets on their victory.
Our prediction is a win for Bayern Munich at odds of 1.72
Corner Bet
In this match, we anticipate a number of high totals, including corner kicks. The constant pressure from both teams will likely lead to defensive mistakes, resulting in plenty of corner opportunities for excitement.
Our betting tip is over nine corner kicks at odds of 1.69