Aston Villa have been handed an away trip to Bournemouth in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, with the tie set to take place during the week commencing October 26.
Unai Emeryβs side will now turn their attention to another important cup challenge as they look to continue their run in the competition. The draw has produced a Premier League meeting, with Villa facing a Bournemouth side determined to make their mark and progress into the next round.
The exact date and kick-off time for the fixture are yet to be confirmed, but the match will be played during the week beginning October 26. Villa supporters will now be waiting for the final details to be announced as preparations begin for the trip.
The Carabao Cup represents another opportunity for Villa to compete for silverware this season, and Emery will be keen to see his squad maintain their focus when they travel to the south coast.

With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, the fixture is expected to provide another demanding test for Villa, particularly with both clubs likely to see the competition as an opportunity to progress further.
Villa will be hoping their quality and experience can see them through, but Bournemouth will have home advantage and will be determined to make it count when the two sides meet in October.
The full fixture details will be confirmed in due course.