Unai Emery’s enjoyed the perfect start as Villa boss with a resounding 3-1 victory over United in the Premier League. Four days later, the two teams face off once again.
A trophy is Emery’s big target for the Midlands club and this competition has seen them come close twice with defeats in the 2010 and 2020 finals. United’s victory in 2017 remains their most recent domestic title.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Manchester United vs Aston Villa is scheduled for an 8pm GMT kick-off on Thursday November 10, 2022.
Old Trafford will host the match.
Where to watch Manchester United vs Aston Villa
TV channel: In the UK, the match will be televised live on Sky Sports Main Event and Football, with coverage beginning at 7pm.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers will also be able to watch the action online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow all the action via Standard Sport’s live blog tonight.
Manchester United vs Aston Villa team news
The Red Devils are without Raphael Varane but hope to have Antony (hip) and Jadon Sancho (illness) back available.
Bruno Fernandes returns from suspension with Shola Shoretire and Facundo Pellistri among the youngsters hoping for a runout.
Boubacar Kamara could continue his injury comeback with a starting berth for Villa. Philippe Coutinho (thigh) will miss out, though, along with compatriot Diego Carlos.
Manchester United vs Aston Villa prediction
Villa got the better of their opponents last time out and can ride that wave to cause even more problems at Old Trafford – and maybe take this tie all the way.
A 1-1 draw in normal time, United to win on pens.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
United have won only one of their last four meetings with Villa.
Manchester United wins: 102
Draws: 41
Aston Villa wins: 51
Manchester United vs Aston Villa match odds
Manchester United to qualify: 1/3
Draw: 29/10
Aston Villa to qualify: 9/4
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
