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Froggatt Backs Two Strikers for Villa

Ex-Aston Villa midfielder Steve Froggatt has called for a strike partnership of Tammy Abraham and Ollie Watkins to help the team through their current injury crisis.

Froggatt's suggestion comes as Villa manager Unai Emery deals with injuries to key midfielders John McGinn, Youri Tielemans and Boubacar Kamara. Fans have mixed views on the potential formation change, with some praising Abraham's clinical finishing and suggesting Watkins could play on the right wing, while others question Watkins's current form and fitness.

Supporters also noted that Emery has previously used a 4-4-2 formation successfully with Rogers and Watkins. However, some caution that the manager needs time to determine the best approach given the squad's current limitations, while others believe Abraham should start over Watkins due to his superior finishing ability in the current circumstances.