Aston Villa have been performing impressively across all competitions this season. They are fifth in the Premier League and still have decent chances of securing a Champions League berth for next season. Despite not registering a win in their last two games, they will be high in confidence.
The Villans will take on LOSC Lille in their next game in the Europa League quarter-final round. The English side have all the tools required to overpower the French side. A win will help them build momentum ahead of their crucial tie in the domestic league against Arsenal just two days later.
4-4-1-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup Vs LOSC Lille
Defence
Emi Martinez looked a bit shaky on his return in the previous game. But with all the experience he has, the goalkeeper should be ready to face Lille. No change in the right-back position as Ezri Konsa retains his spot in the team.
Unai Emery is unlikely to make any changes in the centre-back duo of Diego Carlos and Pau Torres. However, he would be hoping for them to step up and come with their A-game on the big stage. Though Lucas Digne continues as the left full-back, he has to contribute more in the defensive aspects of the game.
Midfield
The Villans are expected to go with their usual midfield names. While Leon Bailey and Morgan Rogers operate on the wings, Youri Tielemans and Douglas Luiz will try to control the tempo of the game in the middle. Bailey will be a key player in creating goal-scoring opportunities.
Attack
Expect John McGinn to play a similar advanced role just like he did against Brentford. He was super impressive and left an impact on the game. To accompany him, Ollie Watkins is the undisputed pick. He can be a decisive player in the final third and can unsettle the opponents with his physicality.
Tyrone Mings, Boubacar Kamara, Emiliano Buendia, Matty Cash and Jacob Ramsey are the absolute absentees for this clash.
