Brighton vs Aston Villa

Danny Ings double drives Aston Villa to win at Brighton

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Aston Villa is living up to expectations now, as new boss Unai Emery oversaw an impressive 2-1 comeback win over Brighton and Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on Sunday.

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Villa’s won three-of-four since firing Steven Gerrard, the last two overseen by new boss Emery, to move into 12th with 18 points.

The Seagulls sit seventh with 21 points after a mini two-game winning streak ended Sunday.

How to watch

How to watch Brighton vs Aston Villa live, stream link and start time Kick off: 11:30 am ET, Sunday TV channel: USA Network Online: Stream via NBCSports.c om

Stars of the show Douglas Luiz Danny Ings Pervis Estupinan Matty Cash

Japan international Kaoru Mitoma was a notable absentee as Brighton announced their starting XI to face Aston Villa at the Amex Stadium

Aston Villa team news

Aston Villa team news, injuries, lineup options OUT: Philippe Coutinho (thigh), Diego Carlos (achilles)

Brighton team news, injuries, lineup options OUT: Jakub Moder (knee)

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