ASTON VILLA vs DONCASTER - MATCH PREVIEW


By Ryan Ghee
November 29 2005

Aston Villa face the tricky trip to Belle Vue later today to face League One outfit Doncaster Rovers in the fourth round of the Carling Cup. With Rovers having knocked out Man City in the previous round, Villa know they can't afford to be complacent against the lowest ranked team left in the cup. Aston Villa team news: David O'Leary has the rare luxury of a near fully-fit squad to pick from with Wilfred Bouma the only fresh injury doubt. If the Dutchman fails to pass a late fitness test, Jlloyd Samuel is expected to regain his spot at left back. Meanwhile, either Milan Baros or Kevin Phillips could be rested for the fixture with Juan Pablo Angel pushing for a starting place.

Doncaster team news: Goalkeeper Jan Budtz, the hero of the third round penalty shoot-out win over Man City, could be recalled in place of Dino Seremet. Barry Richardson will miss the tie with a broken leg while boss Dave Penney has an otherwise fully-fit team to choose from.

Match betting: Aston Villa win - 8/13
Doncaster win - 7/2
Draw - 5/2

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