After such a magnificent win then it would be very disappointing to slip up against a good but very inconsistent Black Cats side. Clearly from their home record you can see at home Sunderland are a threat but also there is a certain amount of apprehension by their fans at this game and to show we are serious about top4 these are games were certainly should not lose and if possible we have to win.

It is likely that Warnock may be out but that should prove no real obstacle to what I believe is the best defence in the league. However I think Downing should be rested soon but Milner can not be moved from the middle which leaves us with a little problem but we finally have the choices of a strong squad.

To prove to all the Villa fans that this is not a simple repeat of last season every player has to take responsibility for what happens especially after beating Man Utd. They have set the benchmark for the rest of the season and can not let themselves down.