Aston Villa Hosts Tottenham Amid Injury Concerns and Suspensions

BIRMINGHAM, England — Aston Villa will face Tottenham Hotspur at Villa Park on Friday, May 16, amidst a flurry of injury concerns and player suspensions as both teams gear up for the final stretch of the Premier League season.

The Villains will be without midfielder Jacob Ramsey, who received a red card in their recent match against Bournemouth. His absence is a significant blow for the home team, as they continue their pursuit for a Champions League spot.

Marcus Rashford remains sidelined for Aston Villa with a hamstring injury, while Youri Tielemans is struggling with a muscle issue. Midfielder John McGinn is expected to step in for Ramsey against Spurs.

Tottenham’s situation is no better, as Dejan Kulusevski has undergone knee surgery, sidelining him for several months. With key players James Maddison and Lucas Bergvall also unavailable, Spurs may struggle to find their footing in the matchup.

However, Tottenham’s captain, Son Heung-min, has returned to the squad after a month out and is expected to play at least half the match at Villa Park, offering a glimmer of hope for the visitors.

Aston Villa sits in sixth place, just three points behind Newcastle United, and is determined to secure a victory to boost their Champions League ambitions. They have won their last two matches, both 1-0, showcasing a strong defensive performance.

In contrast, Tottenham finds itself in a precarious position near the relegation zone, currently sitting in 17th place and only one point above the drop line. They are focusing on their upcoming Europa League final and might decide to rotate key players against Villa.

The last time these two teams met, Tottenham won 2-1 in the FA Cup on February 9, 2025. Aston Villa, however, has enjoyed a strong home record this season, remaining unbeaten in their last 20 home games across all competitions.

As both teams aim for contrasting goals, Aston Villa is favored to come out on top as they seek vital points in the league standings.