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Regis Le Bris is hoping Aston Villa’s inevitable Premier League revival does not begin against his team.

The Sunderland boss is preparing his side for the visit of a team yet to score a league goal and which was dumped out of the Carabao Cup by Brentford on Tuesday night.

While Harvey Elliott opened their account for the season, Villa drew 1-1 and lost on penalties after misses by John McGinn and Matty Cash.

As a result Villa head for the Stadium of Light on Sunday with just two points to their name and ready to face hosts that have beaten the Bees and West Ham at home.

However, asked if it is a good time to face Unai Emery’s men, Le Bris said: “I don’t know if it’s the right time to play Villa. They are a strong team.

“They didn’t start well, it’s obvious, below thei

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