The Clarets suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Manchester City last Saturday to slip into the relegation places for the first time since the opening day.
Despite proving they can compete in their first six games of the season, Scott Parker’s side have still suffered four defeats – although their fixture list has been far from kind.
On Sunday, Burnley take on a Villa side that have made a disappointing start to the new campaign.
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But Unai Emery’s men have since bounced back with two straight wins in all competitions, edging past Bologna in the Europa League before coming from behind to beat Fulham 3-1.
Both sides have some injury concerns to contend with heading into Sunday’s encounter, so here's an early look at the team news for both outfits:
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1. Ross Barkley (Villa) - out
Barkley is expected back soon. Unai Emery said just under two weeks ago: “He has a personal issue and I think he will come back, or he will be available soon, but not yet.” (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Photo: Shaun Botterill
2. Andres Garcia (Villa) - out
The right-back is nursing an injury and has yet to feature this season. Recently returned to training, but this game will come too soon. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Photo: Shaun Botterill
3. Tyrone Mings (Villa) - doubt
The centre-back picked up an injury at the weekend after being forced off during the first-half of Villa’s win against Fulham. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) Photo: Dan Mullan
4. Amadou Onana (Villa) - doubt
The midfielder is battling a hamstring injury and is expected to remain sidelined for this one. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) Photo: Dan Istitene