5th Mar 2016 | Premier League
Take A Chance On Villa
In a sport with three outcomes and a considerable amount of randomness, should any team ever be 16/1?
A third consecutive league defeat for Aston Villa in midweek virtually sealed relegation but they aren’t the only team in the league on a poor run, Man City have also lost three on the spin.
That’s where the comparisons end.
Villa are a remarkable 16/1 (William Hill) to win at the Etihad but should any team ever be that big – especially two in the same league?
The beauty of football is the element of chance associated to the game. A poor refereeing decision, a lucky deflection, an outstanding goalkeeping display – all these random factors can alter the outcome.
Villa lost 3-1 in midweek but actually out-shot their opponents 14-10 and perhaps deserved a point from the game. It’s too late to save their campaign but Villa can give their fans something to cheer with a shock win this weekend.
Odds correct at time of publishing: 05:17 5th Mar, 2016 but subject to change
