Unai Emery is facing his first major battle since arriving at Villa Park as the club look to end their eight-match winless run in all competitions as they welcome Brentford in the Premier League

With so many defensive injuries, it is incredible Brentford already have 20 points on the board this season. Schade, Wissa and Mbeumo are a real threat up top and will try to make the most of Villa’s high defensive line. Brentford will look to play direct as often as possible and will hope they can stop the supply to Watkins up top.

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