Rotherham United FC vs Aston Villa FC, Championship 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Rotherham United FC vs Aston Villa FC — Championship at New York Stadium.
- Rotherham United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Aston Villa FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Michael Salisbury
- Referee Paul Hodskinson
- Referee Steve Meredith
- Referee Andy Madley
3 games this season
🟨 4.3/game
⚽ 8.3 goals/game
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea City AFC | 8 | 17 |
| 2 | West Ham United FC | 8 | 15 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough FC | 8 | 15 |
| 4 | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC | 7 | 14 |
| 5 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 8 | 14 |
| 6 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 8 | 13 |
| 7 | Stoke City FC | 8 | 13 |
| 8 | Bristol City FC | 8 | 13 |
| 9 | Charlton Athletic FC | 8 | 12 |
| 10 | Birmingham City FC | 8 | 11 |
| 11 | Millwall FC | 8 | 11 |
| 12 | Lincoln City FC | 8 | 11 |
| 13 | Southampton FC | 8 | 10 |
| 14 | Wrexham AFC | 8 | 10 |
| 15 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 8 | 10 |
| 16 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 8 | 9 |
| 17 | Norwich City FC | 8 | 9 |
| 18 | Sheffield United FC | 8 | 9 |
| 19 | Portsmouth FC | 7 | 8 |
| 20 | Watford FC | 8 | 8 |
| 21 | Cardiff City FC | 8 | 7 |
| 22 | Derby County FC | 8 | 5 |
| 23 | Preston North End FC | 8 | 4 |
| 24 | Burnley FC | 8 | 4 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Apr | Aston Villa FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 06 Apr | Nottingham Forest FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 30 Mar | Derby County FC | A | 1–6 | L |
| 16 Mar | Norwich City FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 13 Mar | Queens Park Rangers FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 09 Mar | Sheffield United FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Apr | Rotherham United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 06 Apr | Sheffield Wednesday FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 30 Mar | Blackburn Rovers FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 16 Mar | Middlesbrough FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 13 Mar | Nottingham Forest FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 10 Mar | Birmingham City FC | A | 1–0 | W |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (2 games)
H2H (2 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against Rotherham United FC and Aston Villa FC has kicked off!
- 5' It looks like no one’s ball. Rotherham United FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 15' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 18' Tyrone Mings was booked on 18.
- 23' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Rotherham United FC and Aston Villa FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 28' Ghana international Albert Adomah has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 33' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 34' Aston Villa FC receives a Red card for a hard tackle on 34.
- 36' Will Vaulks adds to his 0 season tally! Rotherham United FC lead 1-0 — and this changes everything.
- 37' Aston Villa FC ring the changes. Albert Adomah has done his job and it is now time for Mile Jedinak to step up.
- 42' Tyrone Mings has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 7 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 46' Aston Villa FC make a change. Anwar El Ghazi trudges off to be replaced by Jonathan Kodjia on 46 minutes.
- 47' The referee has no hesitation. Semi Ajayi is booked for Rotherham United FC — Yellow card on 47.
- 48' A stunning finish from Jonathan Kodjia — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 51' Sensational shot from Jack Grealish. Aston Villa FC is back in the lead.
- 56' It’s high time Dean Smith made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 61' Controversy at the stadium! Joe Mattock argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 66' Rotherham United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Aston Villa FC's shape.
- 68' Another change for Rotherham United FC made on 68 minute. Richie Towell leaves to be changed by Ben Wiles.
- 73' Anwar El Ghazi is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Aston Villa FC so far.
- 75' The referee shows Rotherham United FC player a Yellow card on 75.
- 77' Rotherham United FC ring the changes. Michael Ihiekwe has done his job and it is now time for Kyle Vassell to step up.
- 82' Over 82 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 84' Ryan Williams has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jon Taylor on 84 minute.
- 89' Aston Villa FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 90' Tammy Abraham picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 90' The supporters are chanting for Glenn Whelan. He replaces Jack Grealish on 90 minute.
- Aston Villa FC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Rotherham United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 2
- 1
- 3
- 4
- 5
-
13
Richie Towell ↓ Ben Wiles 68'
- 22
-
11
Jon Taylor ↓ Ryan Williams 84'
- 24
-
20
Michael Ihiekwe ↓ Kyle Vassell 77'
Bench
-
19
Kyle Vassell ↑ 77'
- 12
- 6
- 7
-
23
Ryan Williams ↑ 84'
-
25
Ben Wiles ↑ 68'
- 17
Coach
Paul Warne
Aston Villa FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 40
- 18
- 27
- 3
- 4
-
10
Jack Grealish C ↓ Glenn Whelan 90'
-
37
Albert Adomah ↓ Mile Jedinak 37'
- 14
- 22
- 7
- 12
Bench
- 19
-
15
Mile Jedinak ↑ 37'
- 33
- 17
- 8
-
6
Glenn Whelan ↑ 90'
-
26
Jonathan Kodjia ↑ 46'
Coach
Dean Smith
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Tammy Abraham | 1 |
| Yannick Bolasie | 1 |
| Tammy Abraham | 1 |
| Yannick Bolasie | 1 |
| Will Vaulks | 1 |
| Jack Grealish | 1 |
| Jonathan Kodjia | 1 |
Head to Head
Rotherham United FC Form
2019-04-10
Rotherham United FC
1–2
Aston Villa FC
L
2019-04-06
Rotherham United FC
2–1
Nottingham Forest FC
W
2019-03-30
Derby County FC
6–1
Rotherham United FC
L
2019-03-16
Rotherham United FC
1–2
Norwich City FC
L
2019-03-13
Queens Park Rangers FC
1–2
Rotherham United FC
W
2019-03-09
Sheffield United FC
2–0
Rotherham United FC
L
Aston Villa FC Form
2019-04-10
Rotherham United FC
1–2
Aston Villa FC
W
2019-04-06
Sheffield Wednesday FC
1–3
Aston Villa FC
W
2019-03-30
Aston Villa FC
2–1
Blackburn Rovers FC
W
2019-03-16
Aston Villa FC
3–0
Middlesbrough FC
W
2019-03-13
Nottingham Forest FC
1–3
Aston Villa FC
W
2019-03-10
Birmingham City FC
0–1
Aston Villa FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.1
Rotherham United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.56
Aston Villa FC xG
I would bet for:
Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Aston Villa FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.66
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 74% |
|
26% |
| ± 2.5 | 49% |
|
51% |
| ± 3.5 | 28% |
|
72% |
| ± 4.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
Double Chance
Rotherham United FC or Draw
53%
Draw or Aston Villa FC
74%
Rotherham United FC or Aston Villa FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Rotherham United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.9%
0 – 1
10%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 0
9%
0 – 2
8.4%
1 – 0
6.7%
2 – 1
6.3%
2 – 2
5%
1 – 3
4.7%
0 – 3
4.3%
2 – 0
4.1%
2 – 3
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Rotherham United FC
| Handicap | Rotherham United FC covers | Push | Aston Villa FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 7% | 90% |
| -1.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -1 | 10% | 15% | 75% |
| -0.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| +0.5 | 53% | — | 47% |
| +1 | 53% | 22% | 24% |
| +1.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +2 | 76% | 14% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Rotherham United FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Aston Villa FC keeps clean sheet
34%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

