At Villa Park on Sunday, a resurgent West Ham United travel to face Aston Villa who have experienced a mixed season and have lost their last three games including a dispiriting and meek 3-1 defeat away to Arsenal. This is in stark contrast to the Hammers who have beaten Genk in the Europa League, Tottenham in the Premier League and Manchester City at home in the Carabao Cup in the last week. Aston Villa have creative outlets especially Leon Bailey who arguably should be included. It will be an interesting encounter and one that will either increase the pressure on Dean Smith or see a much needed revival in their fortunes.