It is a robust run-in for bottom-placed Crystal Palace, who will meet Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester Metropolis earlier than the season is over.
Villa, in the meantime, solely face one top-four aspect of their 5 remaining video games, whereas they’ll have the added bonus of a house crowd for his or her final recreation at Villa Park.
Former Arsenal and Manchester Metropolis defender Jen Beattie mentioned she is “extra nervous” for Palace than Villa.
“Primarily based on who they’re about to play, they’re about to play the highest groups larger up, whereas Aston Villa, I feel they’ll get extra out of their outcomes,” Beattie mentioned.
Nonetheless, Palace supervisor Leif Smerud is assured his aspect can flip issues round, regardless of a tough fixture record.
“This isn’t a defeated group. This isn’t a crew that is given up,” he mentioned.
“I feel soccer is the largest sport on this planet as a result of the underdog all the time has an opportunity.”
