Sheffield United vs Aston Villa Match Preview
Sheffield United will play host to Aston Villa with both teams looking for a boost during a relegation struggle. United sit one point above the Championship drop zone, while Villa occupy the Premier League’s bottom three.
The Blades will be without striker Richard Cresswell who has been ruled out for four to six weeks with a shoulder injury. Midfielders Stephen Quinn and Andy Reid will miss the game due to suspension.
Villa manager Gerard Houllier is under pressure due to the clubs relegation plight, and will be looking for a win here to boost morale. The Frenchman was an FA Cup winner in 2001 as Liverpool manager, and a victory at Bramall Lane will be the first step towards matching that feat.
Houllier will be without Former England striker Emile Heskey who is suspended. Loan signing Kyle Walker is included in the squad and could make his debut for the Villains.