Match statistics snapshot
- Aston Villa fired more attempts (13 vs 8 shots).
- Aston Villa was more accurate in front of goal (38% on target vs 25%).
- Aston Villa held more of the ball (56% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 0Lead | Offsides | 3 |
| 5 | Shots inside the box | 6Lead |
| 4Lead | Shots off target | 3 |
| Shots on target |
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| 2 |
| 8Lead | Shots outside the box | 2 |
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| 13Lead | Total shots | 8 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 56%Lead | Ball possession | 44% |
| 74%Lead | Pass accuracy | 65% |
| 329Lead | Accurate passes | 229 |
| 447Lead | Total passes | 355 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 6Lead | Corner kicks | 4 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 4Lead | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 0 | Goalkeeper saves | 3Lead |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 13Lead | Fouls | 15 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 2Lead | Yellow cards | 4 |