Aston Villa (v) Cardiff City
Kick Off 3pm
Villa Park
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1. Villa haven’t lost to Cardiff since 1974. Coincidentally, that fixture was also when Villa were in the 2nd tier (Division 2, in old money).
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2. The last time Cardiff tasted victory at Villa Park? 1954. The same year Wolves were Champions of England, West Brom won the FA Cup & Lord of The Rings was first published.
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3. Joe Bennett looks set to feature having made a summer switch to The Bluebirds. Whilst Bennett is reported to be in good form for his new club, his diminutive figure & technical shortcomings are weaknesses to exploit.
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4. Villa remain the only unbeaten Championship side at home, a massive achievement and something definitely worth maintaining. A massive turnaround after abysmal form at Villa Park over more than five years.
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5. Neil Warnock, manager of the visitors today, has never beaten Villa as a manager [4 different teams].
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