Aston Villa vs Bologna Prediction and 9/1 Bet Builder – Europa League

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Match Info

Fixture: Aston Villa vs Bologna
Competition: UEFA Europa League – Quarter-Final (Second Leg)
Date: 16 April 2026
Kick-off: 20:00
Venue: Villa Park

Aston Villa vs Bologna Bet Builder

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Aston Villa Win

Match Result
4/7

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
20/23

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

John McGinn 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
1/1

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Ollie Watkins 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Bologna Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
8/11

Reason for Tip

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Form and Team Stats

Aston Villa come into this tie in a commanding position after a clinical 3-1 away win in the first leg, continuing their dominant Europa League campaign where they’ve won ten of their last 11 matches. Their home form in Europe is particularly strong, with eight consecutive victories and a consistent ability to control games early.

Bologna arrive needing a near-perfect performance after conceding three goals in back-to-back European fixtures. Despite that, they remain dangerous going forward, having scored in 19 consecutive away matches and leading the competition in total shots, which suggests they will take risks and push forward from the outset.

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Head-to-Head History

Villa have already beaten Bologna twice this season, including a 3-1 first-leg victory in Italy and a 1-0 win in the league phase. Bologna have historically struggled against English sides away from home and have now lost five consecutive such matches. Villa have also kept five straight clean sheets at home to Italian opposition in Europe.

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Predicted Lineups

Aston Villa (4-2-3-1):
Bizot; Cash, Konsa, Torres, Digne; Onana, Tielemans; Rogers, Buendia, McGinn; Watkins

Bologna (4-2-3-1):
Ravaglia; Joao Mario, Vitik, Moro, Lykos; Freuler, Rowe; Orsolini, Castro, Bernardeschi; Zirkzee

Aston Villa vs Bologna Bet Builder

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Aston Villa Win

Match Result
4/7

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
20/23

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

John McGinn 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
1/1

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Ollie Watkins 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Bologna Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
8/11

Reason for Tip

Tipman Bet Builder Tip

  • Aston Villa to Win
  • Both Teams to Score – Yes
  • John McGinn 1+ Shots on Target
  • Ollie Watkins 1+ Shots on Target
  • Bologna Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Villa’s control of the tie and strong home record make them clear favourites, but Bologna’s attacking output and necessity to chase the game should open space and increase shot volume on both sides. This setup favours attacking players like Watkins and McGinn to test the goalkeeper regularly, while Bologna’s keeper is likely to be busy given Villa’s direct and high-tempo approach.

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Tactical Match Dynamics

This game is expected to be defined by Bologna’s urgency versus Villa’s control. The visitors will likely press higher and commit numbers forward early, attempting to reduce the aggregate deficit quickly, which could leave gaps in transition. Villa are well suited to exploit this through pace in wide areas and direct runs from Watkins.

Midfield control will be key, with Tielemans and Onana tasked with dictating tempo and breaking Bologna’s rhythm, while McGinn operates between lines to link play. Bologna’s high shot volume suggests they won’t sit back, but that approach may ultimately play into Villa’s hands, creating an open game with chances at both ends.

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Aston Villa vs Bologna Bet Builder

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Aston Villa Win

Match Result
4/7

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
20/23

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

John McGinn 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
1/1

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Ollie Watkins 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
4/11

Reason for Tip

16 Apr 20:00 - Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League
16 Apr 20:00
Aston Villa vs Bologna - Europa League

Bologna Goalkeeper 3+ Saves

Team Goalkeeper 3+ Saves
8/11

Reason for Tip

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