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Bolton Wanderers vs Aston Villa LIVE: Build-up, early team news, match updates & reaction

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Bolton Wanderers are aiming to cause a giant killing this evening and claim the scalp of Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup. The Whites takes on the Premier League side in a second round clash this evening at the University of Bolton Stadium.

Kick-off is at 7.45pm. Wanderers will be seeking to dump Steven Gerrard's side out of the competition and reach the third round of the cup.

The next stage sees sides involved in European competitions enter the fray, such as the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool. READ MORE:Bolton Wanderers vs Aston Villa: Sky Sports TV channel details, how to watch & match odds But those hopes will follow should the Whites beat the Villans.

It is a huge task in front of them and one which the League One sides will be firmly the underdogs in. With Gerrard having a Premier League squad to call upon, whatever side the Villa boss puts out will no doubt be a tough test with lots of top flight experience.

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