The Gameweek concludes with the latest installment of the prolonged relegation struggle, as Aston Villa attempt to pull themselves clear of the last remaining trapdoor slot. They take on a rejuvenated Sunderland at Villa Park, looking to earn the three points that would, ironically, put them level with the Black Cats’ North East rivals, Newcastle.
The focus for Fantasy managers is likely to be on the exploits of Christian Benteke. He goes in search of further goals to boost a reputation that’s likely to lead to inevitable Summer transfer speculation.
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The team news finds Villa making just one change: the physical presence of Yacouba Sylla is introduced to the midfield to replace the flair of Charles N’Zogbia. Paolo Di Canio makes two changes to his Sunderland lineup, immediately handing a recall to Craig Gardner following his suspension, whilst offering a return to Phil Bardsley. He replaces Jack Colback at right-back, while Gardner ousts James McClean to the bench.
