Aston Villa are preparing to host West Ham United at home in the 3rd round of the FA Cup this Saturday. The former side will head into this clash with a victory behind their back. They overpowered Leicester City in a Premier League fixture in their most recent game.
The Villans have struggled to maintain consistency in the recent weeks and they need to buckle up. The players need to take more responsiblility and leave positive impact on the game. The night against the Hammers won’t be an easy as well.
4-2-3-1 Aston Villa Predicted Lineup vs West Ham United
Defence
Emi Martinez had a comfortable game against Leicester City but he should be return to play a key role this weekend. Matty Cash earns the well deserving rest and in his absence, Lamare Bogarde takes the right-back position.
Amid multiple injuries in the defensive unit, no cuts in the duty of Tyrone Mings and Ezri Konsa at the heart of the defence. Ian Maatsen could be seen operating as the left full-back at the cost of Lucas Digne.
Midfield
While Ross Barkley continues in the middle of the park, Boubacar Kamara is likely to be rested to keep him fresh. Hence, Amadou Onana is the front-runner to pair up with the former name.
Attack
No change at the right winger spot as Leon Bailey takes onto the field once again. However, Youri Tielemans might have to make way for Emi Buendia for the central role. On the other hand, John McGinn suffered a hamstring injury in the previous game and Jacob Ramsey is the preferred choice to fill his spot.
Jhon Duran has completed his three-man ban due to violent conduct but Ollie Watkins should be leading the line.
John McGinn, Pau Torres and Diego Carlos are sidelined for this fixture for the Villans.
