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Unai Emery has confirmed Pau Torres’ absence from the Sunderland matchday squad is purely a rotation decision. Here’s what the Villa boss said, plus the full confirmed team news.
Three changes for Villa as Tyrone Mings, Ian Maatsen and Ross Barkley all start, but Pau Torres misses out completely. Here’s the full confirmed team news ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash.
Villa are seven points clear of the chasing pack with six games remaining. Sunderland arrive in fine form and with European ambitions of their own. Here’s your full Sunday preview.
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  ARS | 32 | +38 | 70 |
| 2 |  MCI | 31 | +35 | 64 |
| 3 |  MUN | 32 | +12 | 55 |
| 4 | AVL | 32 | +5 | 55 |
| 5 |  LIV | 32 | +10 | 52 |
| 6 |  CHE | 32 | +12 | 48 |
| 7 |  BRE | 32 | +4 | 47 |
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