Aston Villa vs Red Bull Salzburg Prediction (29.01.2026)

Aston Villa have already secured their progress in the tournament before their last match of the group stage. The upcoming clash against Young Boys comes without any mandatory result for the hosts, which inevitably reduces the pressure around the match. However, the situation is different for the guests, as victory is crucial for maintaining any chances of advancing, which suggests a more active approach from their side.

Young Boys managed to win their match against Basel last week, but their performance in away games remains a serious problem, as the team has lost all three of their previous visits. Aston Villa, on the other hand, have no particular reason to put in maximum effort in this match, especially given the tense situation in the Premier League, where their battle at the top continues. This creates conditions for a more liberated game from both teams, without unnecessary caution.

Given the different goals of the two teams and the lack of necessity for Aston Villa to chase a mandatory result, I would avoid seeking a final sign. My expectations are rather for an open and high-scoring match, with my prediction here being over 2.5 goals.

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