Match statistics snapshot
- Preston fired more attempts (21 vs 12 shots).
- Aston Villa was more accurate in front of goal (50% on target vs 33%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Offsides | 0Lead |
| 8 | Shots inside the box | 12Lead |
| 6Lead | Shots off target | 5 |
| 6 | Shots on target |
| 7Lead |
| 4 | Shots outside the box | 9Lead |
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| 12 | Total shots | 21Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 52%Lead | Ball possession | 48% |
| 70%Lead | Pass accuracy | 65% |
| 284Lead | Accurate passes | 238 |
| 408Lead | Total passes | 367 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Corner kicks | 7Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Blocked shots | 9Lead |
| 6Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 5 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Preston |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Fouls | 9Lead |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 3 | Yellow cards | 3 |