Aston Villa XI vs Burnley – Predicted lineup and team news

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·10 May 2026

Aston Villa XI vs Burnley – Predicted lineup and team news

Aston Villa visit Turf Moor on Sunday, aiming to secure their place in the Champions League with a win over already relegated Burnley.

Unai Emery’s side reached the Europa League final on Thursday night. They demolished Nottingham Forest 4–0 to book their spot in Istanbul. Now they must turn their attention back to the Premier League. Villa are three points clear of Bournemouth with three matches remaining. A victory against relegated Burnley would officially confirm a top-five finish. That said, the Villans are winless in their last five away league matches.

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Villa have won their last three Premier League games against Burnley. They have also lost just one of their nine matches when facing relegated sides. However, that solitary loss came against Burnley back in 2015. Emery will demand a professional performance to avoid any late jitters in the race for fifth. Victory would allow the club to enjoy their final fixtures against Liverpool and Manchester City.

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Unai Emery could hand out rest to John McGinn and Ollie Watkins following their European exertions. Jadon Sancho and Tammy Abraham are available to start in their absence. The visitors remain without long-term absentee Boubacar Kamara and midfielder Amadou Onana. Alysson is also unavailable for selection this weekend. Emery must balance squad fitness with the need to take a huge opportunity.

Emiliano Buendía has been a potent threat as a substitute this season. He has recorded four goals and one assist after coming off the bench. He could surpass Marlon Harewood’s club record if he makes another impact today. Villa will rely on the creativity of Morgan Rogers and Ross Barkley to break Burnley down.