Aston Villa and Leeds United are set to face off in an eagerly anticipated match. Both teams have made significant changes to their lineups following recent performances in the FA Cup.
Aston Villa Lineup Changes
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has introduced seven changes to the squad. This follows a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Newcastle at home. Notably, Emiliano Martinez returns to goal after his absence.
Due to Marco Bizot’s red card in the previous match, 21-year-old James Wright is named as the backup goalkeeper. Tammy Abraham, who recently scored his first goal for Villa after joining for £18.2 million from Besiktas, does not retain his starting position. Instead, Ollie Watkins will lead the attack.
Aston Villa Starting XI
- Emiliano Martinez
- Matty Cash
- Ezri Konsa
- Tyron Mings
- Ian Maatsen
- Douglas Luiz
- Amad Onana
- Jaden Rogers
- Emiliano Buendia
- Leon Bailey
- Ollie Watkins
Aston Villa Substitutes
- James Wright
- Victor Lindelof
- Lucas Digne
- Ruben Torres
- Jose Garcia
- Vangelis Bogarde
- Ross Barkley
- Jadon Sancho
- Tammy Abraham
Leeds United’s Tactical Adjustments
On the other hand, Leeds United’s head coach Daniel Farke has opted for nine changes from the team that defeated Birmingham in the FA Cup. Only James Justin and Gabriel Gudmundsson maintain their positions from that match.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the club’s top scorer, returns to the starting line up. This reassures fans following recent uncertainties about his form.
Leeds United Starting XI
- Mark Darlow
- Jayden Bogle
- Ethan Ampadu
- James Justin
- Gabriel Gudmundsson
- Charlie Struijk
- Joe Rodon
- Kristijan Gruev
- Yunus Stach
- Brenden Aaronson
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Leeds United Substitutes
- George Perri
- Felix Bornauw
- Erik Bijol
- Keito Tanaka
- Sean Longstaff
- Liam Nmecha
- Wilfried Gnonto
- Daniel James
- Joey Piroe
This clash promises excitement as both teams strive for an improved performance in front of their supporters. The match highlights the clubs’ readiness to adapt and overcome recent setbacks.
