Both teams had draws against AFC Bournemouth and Spurs on Sunday.
Villa played their way into UEFA Europa League qualification on Sunday, taking a point in regulation time against Cherries.
Bournemouth twice took the lead through Antoine Semenu and Dominic Solanke, but Leon Bailey and Ollie Watkins equalized for Unai Emery’s side.
Watkins was a doubt for the Villains and was described as 50/50 after missing Thursday’s win against Legia Warsaw, but he got the start and his presence was welcome.
Jori Tielemans replaces the suspended Boubacar Kamara. It remains to be seen whether he will keep his position or change the team.
And City conceded the lead twice in a six-goal thriller at the Etihad. Son Heung-min put Tottenham ahead before Phil Foden scored an own goal but it was blocked by Giovani Lo Celso.
Jack Grealish scored 10 minutes into what was expected to be the winner, but Dejan Kulusevski scored in the 90th minute and Pep Guardiola’s side had to settle for a point.
Before the game started, the two teams had only one point, one point.
“Man City” ranked 3rd with 30 points and “Villa” ranked 4th with 29 points.
Villa have not beaten Manchester City since 28 September 2013 and their most recent meeting was in February when Rodri, Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez put City three goals ahead before Olly Watkins scored of consolation.
Here you can find the latest team news on Villa and the Citizens, including their two recent suspensions.
