Man City vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League group info and line-ups

Ederson would possibly lose out as soon as once more on account of a going harm and Erling Haaland stays out. Manuel Akanji returned off the bench versusEverton Nico O’Reilly must proceed after his essential goal atGoodison

Ollie Watkins struck versus Newcastle on his return to the start line-up and it could definitely be a shock to see the demonstrator depart, but Villa have a considerable online game on Saturday versus Crystal Palace within the FA Cup semi-finals.

The race for Champions League certification can’t be higher, with fifth-placed City an element upfront of seventh-placed Aston Villa within the desk. Just 3 elements completely different Nottingham Forest in third with Villa in seventh, with 5 video video games to go.

City gained an important late win at Everton on Saturday, previous to Villa whipped in-form Newcastle 4-1 afterward within the day for his or her fifth Premier League win straight.

It suggests Unai Emery’s aspect have really defeated Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle previous to coming to the Etihad, whereas they likewise beat City beforehand this era.

“Villa are a contender to qualify for the Champions League and when you see the game they played against my friend Luis Enrique and PSG I was really impressed,” Guardiola mentioned.

Good night and welcome to The Independent’s dwell protection of tonight’s match between Manchester City and Aston Villa within the Premier League.

Both sides are looking a spot in subsequent season’s Champions League and there’s only a level separating them as they enter a probably essential match on the Etihad.

And we’ll have all the most recent build-up and group information proper right here.