Aston Villa travel to Old Trafford today, aiming to secure their first league double over Manchester United in 71 years and reclaim their place in the top three.
The Villans have moved into a critical stage of their season, looking to translate their dominant European form—six straight wins in the Europa League—into domestic success. Manager Unai Emery oversaw a narrow win in France on Thursday and must now guide his side through a psychological barrier at a ground where they have won only twice in nearly four decades.
Aston Villa team news
Unai Emery manages a squad receiving a massive leadership boost but hampered by a key defensive doubt. Notably, captain John McGinn is back after a two-month injury absence and could start. Consequently, his return is vital given Villa averages 1.5 more points per game when he, Kamara, and Tielemans are all available.
However, Matty Cash faces a late fitness test on a calf issue, and Youri Tielemans remains definitely ruled out. Notably, Morgan Rogers has been the most pressed midfielder in the league this season, maintaining an incredible 83.7% touch rate under pressure.
Emiliano Martínez will start in goal, behind a back four likely comprising Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Ian Maatsen, and Lamare Bogarde (if Cash is unfit). In midfield, Amadou Onana and Douglas Luiz will anchor the side, with McGinn and Rogers providing the creative support for Ollie Watkins.
Notably, Watkins ended a 12-game European goal drought on Thursday and will be hungry to add to his league tally against a United defence missing several key starters.
Aston Villa predicted lineup
Aston Villa Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Martínez; Bogarde, Konsa, Mings, Maatsen; Onana, Luiz; McGinn, Rogers, Buendía; Watkins
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Old Trafford on Sunday, 15 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 GMT.
How to watch Manchester United vs Aston Villa?
UK viewers can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event.
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