Sports Mole previews Wednesday’s Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Manchester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Two for two under the tutelage of Steven Gerrard, Aston Villa prepare to welcome Manchester City to Villa Park for Wednesday’s Premier League encounter.
The hosts saw off the challenge of Crystal Palace 2-1 at the weekend, while the Citizens beat West Ham United by the same scoreline.
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With Dean Smith continuing to produce the goods at Norwich City, the Englishman’s dismissal from Aston Villa may have been the best move for everyone involved, as Gerrard made it two for two against Palace on Saturday.
Matt Targett broke the deadlock in the 15th minute following a corner, before John McGinn wrapped up the three points with a delightful finish from outside the area with four minutes remaining, and Marc Guehi‘s consolation came too late for Palace to salvage a comeback.
Gerrard’s 100% start to life back in England sees Villa sit 13th in the Premier League table ahead of the midweek round of fixtures, with…
