Recently securing victory in their Europa Conference League group, Aston Villa return to Premier League action against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday.
The Lions advanced in Europe with a 1-1 draw against Zrinjski Mostar during the week, while Brentford aims to recover after a 1-0 loss to Sheffield United last weekend.
4-4-2 Aston Villa Predicted XI Vs Brentford
Defence
Emiliano Martinez will function in between the sticks for the Midlands club hoping to securing a clean sheet. Pau Torres will play alongside Carlos at the centre of the Aston Villa defence as they look to keep the opposition attackers frustrated during the 90 minutes.
Ezri Konsa will fill in as the right-back while Alex Moreno hopes to catch the eye on the other flank as the left-back. Both of them will get the freedom to express themselves in the opponent’s half.
Lucas Digne will be available for selection on the bench as he provides cover for the centre-back positions.
Midfield
Boubacar Kamara and John McGinn will anchor the midfield for the Villans as they look to win the 50-50 duels at the centre of the park. Both of them would need to retain possession well if they want to create some decent chances for their teammates in the final third.
Matty Cash will get a chance to impress on the right flank while Leon Bailey hopes to give a good account of himself as the left-winger.
Boubacar Kamara and Leon Bailey will be named on the bench as they wait for their chance to influence the game in the second half if needed.
Attack
Moussa Diaby and Ollie Watkins will spearhead Emery’s attack up top. They would be eager to get their name on the scoresheet in this away encounter.
Jacob Ramsey will have to be content with a place on the bench.
