"Villa's all-conquering streak has finally been halted. After a sensational run of eight consecutive league wins between November 9 and December 27, the Lions have managed just one victory in their last three Premier League outings. A comfortable triumph over Nottingham Forest was sandwiched between a 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace and a narrow defeat to leaders Arsenal."
"Despite that minor blip, Villa remain in the thick of the title conversation. Emery's side sit third in the table, six points behind Arsenal and level with Manchester City on goal difference. Their FA Cup win over Tottenham in midweek provided a timely boost, as Villa deservedly progressed with a 2-1 victory over a struggling Spurs side."
"Home form continues to be Villa's trump card. Emery's men have won 11 straight matches at Villa Park in all competitions-a feat last achieved in 1971-72 when they recorded 12 consecutive home victories in a single season. Everton will be wary of that fortress-like record, especially given Villa's dominance in this fixture: the hosts are unbeaten in 13 Premier League meetings with the Toffees since earning promotion back to the top flight."
Aston Villa return to Villa Park aiming to extend an unbeaten Premier League run against Everton that dates to their 2019 promotion. Unai Emery's side remain competitive in the title race despite a recent dip, sitting third, six points behind Arsenal and level with Manchester City on goal difference. Villa recorded eight straight league wins earlier in the season but have won once in their last three matches. A midweek FA Cup victory over Tottenham provided momentum. Home form is exceptional with 11 straight wins at Villa Park. Midfield injuries have affected selection, while Evann Guessand returns from AFCON and Ollie Watkins leads the attack.
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