Aston Villa face Man United problem after suspension as Zion Suzuki defended after clanger

Aston Villa drew 1-1 against Fulham at Villa Park, leaving manager Unai Emery facing defensive headaches ahead of an upcoming match against Manchester United. Matty Cash picked up his fifth yellow card of the Premier League season, triggering a suspension, while goalkeeper Zion Suzuki received backing from his manager and teammates despite committing a critical second-half error that gifted Fulham their equalizing goal.

Emery hopes injured West Ham loanee Aaron Wan-Bissaka can return to cover right-back at Old Trafford, with Lamare Bogarde and Joao Gomes serving as backup options. Despite Suzuki's error, both Emery and defender Ian Maatsen defended the goalkeeper, emphasizing his strong form and key saves earlier in the match as Villa prepares to face Barcelona in midweek.