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SC Freiburg vs Aston Villa

Wed 20 May 2026
CleverScores Prediction
2 – 1
Home Win Low
SC Freiburg
53%
Draw
20%
Aston Villa
27%

💰 Finding the Value

Our model probability vs the consensus across 13 bookmakers. Positive edge means we think this outcome is more likely than the market implies.

Selection Odds Market % Model % Edge
SC Freiburg Win Value 9/2 5.30 18% 53% +35%
Draw 11/4 3.80 25% 20% -5%
Aston Villa Win 8/13 1.64 57% 27% -30%
1 value market identified in this fixture.
Edge is the gap between our model probability and the bookmaker consensus. A +5% or larger edge means we think this outcome is meaningfully more likely than the market does. Odds shown are the median across all bookies in both fractional (UK) and decimal formats — always verify current prices with your bookmaker. Predictions are for information only and are not financial advice.

📊 Heads up: bookmakers disagree

Across 13 bookmakers, the consensus favoured Aston Villa (57% implied probability). Our engine saw this match differently.

We surface this disagreement so you can weigh both views. The pick above is our engine's, not the bookmakers' — but if you'd usually trust the market, this is worth knowing.

⚡ Stakes & Context

🔍 Key Stats

Form: Freiburg home WWDW, Villa away DLLDW — Freiburg clearly stronger at home. Villa score freely but have conceded in recent aways.
H2H: Limited data — no significant head-to-head history to override model.
Stakes: UEFA Europa League knockout — both sides fully motivated, no dead-rubber discount applied.
Betting: BTTS supported — both teams averaging 2+ goals scored per game and knockout pressure encourages open play. Over 2.5 supported — Freiburg xG 2.17 alone nearly exceeds the threshold, and Villa's attacking output (2.69 avg scored) adds further probability to a multi-goal game.

⚔️ Head to Head

Limited data — no meaningful recent head-to-head history available between these clubs at this level.

🎲 Betting Tips

Both Teams to Score: Yes
Both teams are likely to score — Freiburg average 2.28 goals per game at home and Villa average 2.69 goals scored overall. Villa's key injury absences (Kamara, Onana, Mings) weaken their defensive structure enough to allow Freiburg to convert, while Villa's attacking quality and knockout urgency means they will push forward and find a goal even on the road.

Over 2.5 Goals: Yes
Over 2.5 goals is favoured — Freiburg's xG of 2.17 alone nearly clears the bar, and with Villa's attacking potency (2.69 avg goals scored) in a high-stakes elimination match, a combined total of 3 or more goals is the more likely outcome. Both sides will press for the result, reducing the chance of a cautious, low-scoring contest.

CleverScore confidence: Low
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