We went to Villa Park looking to extend our winning run at the start of Enzo Maresca’s first season in charge to eight Premier League matches.
The Italian had already claimed the record for best start to a reign by a Premier League manager by guiding us to seven wins to start our campaign.
But this would be another big challenge, with Unai Emery’s Champions League side in fine form having won their last three across all competitions following a stuttering start.
Overall, our Premier League record against Villa was outstanding but it had been tough in recent trips to Birmingham, losing in each of the last two seasons.
That would mean little come kick-off in this one though.
We keep the scores hidden on our full-match replays so that those that missed the game as it happened can watch with all the thrill of a live experience.
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