O'Leary looking forward to Brum derby

"It will be the first time I've sampled a Second City derby, but no-one needs to underline its importance to me," the Villa boss told the Birmingham Mail.

"I'm certain the atmosphere will be fantastic and I can assure everyone we will be going to St Andrews for a win.

"From what I gather some of our supporters would rather get one over the old enemy than actually win a trophy. While I obviously don't subscribe to that view it highlights just how important the match is.

"If anything, we will be in the position of underdogs at St Andrews with the Blues having made such a great start."