Aston Villa boss Dean Smith on "massive opportunity" in League Cup Final

Aston Villa Manager, Dean Smith, has spoken of the “massive opportunity” for his side as they prepare to face Manchester City in the League Cup Final on Sunday (March1).

Ahead of the Wembley meeting, Smith discussed his side’s chances, the opposition they face and how his team have responded following last week’s league defeat to Southampton.

With attention turning back to the league next week, Smith insisted the result at the weekend won’t impact the rest of Villa’s campaign.

ITV Central Reporter, Mark Kielesz-Levine, has been at Villa Park this week ahead of the game.

The match takes place at 4.30pm on Sunday, watch the above video to hear Dean Smith’s thoughts ahead of the game.

Watch our programme for the West Midlands from 6pm on Monday for a special report on the tie.