Emery axes Watkins after Selhurst scenes – Aston Villa predicted XI v Cardiff
Three days after suffering a heartbreaking 4-1 loss to Crystal Palace on the road, the Villans will play in the FA Cup again on February 28.
The traveling team couldn’t hold the Eagles out beyond halftime, even though Morgan Rogers had equalized in the first half.
It’s safe to assume that the Spanish head coach was furious when the final whistle blew and that he will be itching for a change against Championship opponents, which may lead to a number of changes.
The substitution of Robin Olsen for Martinez nearly caused the team’s loss against Oliver Glasner’s team. The Swede continued to give up goals without making any saves, but considering that he is Villa Park’s number two goalie, he might still start against Cardiff.
Emery could make a double move ahead of the former Roma player by replacing the cup-tied Axel Disasi and Lucas Digne with Tyrone Mings and Ian Maatsen.
After losing six duels and making a mistake that resulted in a goal at Selhurst Park, Jacob Ramsey may be benched, and Leon Bailey and Marcus Rashford might be used on the flanks.
Watkins, who failed to score and maintained a 0% dribble success against Palace, could be replaced up front by Donyell Malen, who deserves to start.
After losing six duels and making a mistake that resulted in a goal at Selhurst Park, Jacob Ramsey may be benched, and Leon Bailey and Marcus Rashford might be used on the flanks.
Watkins, who failed to score and maintained a 0% dribble success against Palace, could be replaced up front by Donyell Malen, who deserves to start.
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