Richard: Glad to get the win and not concede, but we were often too slow in possession when attacking. Asensio and Rashford seem to be a good partnership. It's also great that all of the new signings have slotted seamlessly into Emery's style of play. Hopefully the players aren't too tired for Tuesday's game.

Will the round of 16 yield more surprises as Manchester United, Manchester City and more aim for the quarterfinals

Villa beat West Ham in the third round and then Tottenham in round four, while Cardiff won at Sheffield United and then on penalties against Stoke City. In all competitions, Villa are unbeaten in their last 15 home games against Cardiff, who last Villa Park win came back in December 1954.