Gabby Agbonlahor will surprise a few with his Wolves verdict against Aston Villa

Aston Villa are going to be tough opponents on Sunday for Wolves, but in perhaps one of the more surprising predictions, Gabby Agbonlahor may shock a few supporters.

The overall feeling about the West Midlands derby has been that Wolves will get beaten. Chris Sutton reckons the Old Gold are missing a key trait this season, and one that would them help in their survival prospects.

However, at Aston Villa, Unai Emery is not being complacent, as he knows very well how hard it can be to beat Wolves in this fixture.

Rob Edwards certainly has a lot to think about heading into the game, including what Wolves starting XI he should go for.

However, former Aston Villa forward Gabby Agbonlahor has given a pessimistic prediction for his club and has given Wolves a chance at a result.

Gabby Agbonlahor is backing Wolves to get a result vs Aston Villa

Gabby Agbonlahor is an Aston Villa legend, having spent his entire career at the West Midlands club. So, you would expect him to be very confident heading into the derby on Sunday.

Over his 13-year career, the Englishman has only played in this fixture six times, and the results have been spread evenly, with two wins, two draws, and two losses.

Aston Villa are in fantastic form. They have won 10 of their last 12 matches in all competitions.

In contrast, Wolves have yet to win a game in the Premier League this season, with their only victories coming against West Ham and Everton in the Carabao Cup.

However, despite all of that, Gabby Agbonlahor believes the occasion will give Wolves a chance at a result.

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Agbonlahor said [via talkSPORT], “Villa away, their next game, they are going to get one point out of that. They turn up against Villa; it is a local derby.”

The 39-year-old is correct. Despite Wolves struggling over the last few seasons, the Old Gold and Aston Villa are evenly matched.

Over the last five meetings, both sides have two wins each and a draw.

Wolves will need to absorb Villa Park pressure

Unai Emery has turned Villa Park into a fortress, and Rob Edwards’ men must absorb and soak up the pressure and atmosphere to have a chance.

Aston Villa have lost just one of their last 24 Premier League home games; that sole loss came against Crystal Palace, where they were defeated 3-0.

It will be a tough and long afternoon for Wolves, but Edwards has made the Old Gold tough to beat, according to Adam Wharton.

And they must repeat that level of defensive resilience when they make the trip on Sunday afternoon. A win has to arrive sooner rather than later for Wolves.