On March 22, 2026, football fans will have their eyes set on Villa Park as Aston Villa faces off against West Ham United in an exciting Premier League clash. Currently, Aston Villa holds the 4th position in the league standings with 51 points, showcasing a commendable season. In contrast, West Ham finds themselves in a challenging 18th position with 29 points, making this match crucial for their campaign.
With both teams striving for different objectives, fans can expect a thrilling encounter. Aston Villa aims to consolidate their top-four position, while West Ham battles to escape the relegation zone.
Aston Villa – West Ham: When and Where?
- City: Birmingham
- Stadium: Villa Park
- Date: March 22, 2026
- Hour: 16:15 SAST
The match will unfold at the historic Villa Park in Birmingham. Scheduled for March 22, 2026, the kickoff is set for 16:15 South African Standard Time (SAST). Fans attending the match or watching from home can anticipate a competitive battle given the stakes for both teams.
Aston Villa – West Ham: On Which TV Channel?
- Channel: SuperSport
- Broadcast time: 16:15 SAST
South African viewers can catch the live action on SuperSport, which holds the broadcasting rights for Premier League matches. The broadcast will begin at 16:15 SAST, aligning with the match kickoff. SuperSport’s coverage ensures that fans won’t miss a moment of this important fixture.
For those not near a TV, SuperSport’s streaming service or their official website offers an alternative way to watch the match. For further details, visiting SuperSport’s official page is advisable.
Aston Villa – West Ham: Live Score and Commentaries
For those unable to watch the match live on TV, following live scores and commentaries is an excellent way to stay updated. Various sports websites and apps provide real-time updates, including action maps and detailed commentaries. This ensures fans are kept in the loop with every goal, tackle, and pivotal moment as it happens.
Aston Villa – West Ham: Predicted Lineups
As the match approaches, both teams will be strategising to put forward their strongest lineups. Aston Villa, sitting comfortably in the top four, will look to reinforce their position, while West Ham, just above the relegation zone, needs every point they can muster.
Recent encounters have seen close contests, making this match highly anticipated. Villa’s recent form has been inconsistent, yet they remain a formidable opponent at home. Meanwhile, West Ham aims to capitalise on any potential weaknesses to secure a crucial victory.
| 5Tyrone Mings |
| 8Youri Tielemans |
| 10Emiliano Buendia |
| 18Tammy Abraham |
| 21Douglas Luiz |
| 22Ian Maatsen |
| 26Lamare Bogarde |
| 31Leon Bailey |
| 40Marco Bizot |
| 2Kyle Walker-Peters |
| 3Max Kilman |
| 9Callum Wilson |
| 17Adama Traore |
| 23Alphonse Areola |
| 27Soungoutou Magassa |
| 30Oliver Scarles |
| 32Freddie Potts |
| 55Mohamadou Kanté |
Aston Villa Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
Aston Villa is expected to field a strong lineup despite some injury concerns. Key players like Emiliano Martinez and Ollie Watkins will look to make an impact. However, injuries to Boubacar Kamara, Youri Tielemans, and Alysson Edward could affect team dynamics.
- Aston Villa predicted lineup: Emiliano Martinez, Lamare Bogarde, Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Lucas Digne, Ross Barkley, Amadou Onana, John McGinn, Morgan Rogers, Andres Garcia, Ollie Watkins
- Aston Villa injuries and suspensions: Boubacar Kamara (knee-injury), Youri Tielemans (ankle-injury), Alysson Edward (muscle-injury)
West Ham Predicted Lineup & Injuries and Suspensions
West Ham, striving for survival in the league, will rely on key players like Jarrod Bowen and Valentin Castellanos. However, injuries to Lukasz Fabianski and Crysencio Summerville might require tactical adjustments.
- West Ham predicted lineup: Mads Hermansen, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Axel Disasi, Jean-Clair Todibo, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Mateus Fernandes, Tomas Soucek, El Hadji Malick Diouf, Jarrod Bowen, Pablo Felipe, Valentin Castellanos
- West Ham injuries and suspensions: Lukasz Fabianski (back-injury), Oliver Scarles (knock-injury), Crysencio Summerville (calf-injury)
For further verification of broadcasting details, visit Live Soccer.
 Boubacar Kamara knee-injury Early June 2026 |
Alysson Edward muscle-injury Late May 2026 |
Amadou Onana calf-injury Late May 2026 |
 Emiliano Buendia knock-injury Doubtful |
Adama Traore muscle-injury Late May 2026 |
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