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Unai Emery has backed Ollie Watkins to rediscover his scoring touch, insisting the striker remains his first-choice despite a barren run in front of goal this campaign. Watkins has managed just one goal in 15 outings this term, finding the net in Villa's 3-1 triumph over Fulham back in September.

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Much of the criticism for Villa’s goalscoring woes has been directed at Ollie Watkins’ poor start to the season - he has scored just once, a well-taken lob over Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno. While Watkins would admit his performances have not been at their best, it would be unfair to judge him in isolation given the team’s creative issues.

The Reds came into the match with their Premier League title defence in tatters after four successive defeats.

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Unai Emery has reassured Ollie Watkins that he remains his main man, despite the striker's lack of goals this season, and is confident he will overcome his poor form. Watkins has scored just once in 15 appearances so far this season, netting the equaliser in Villa's 3-1 win over Fulham back in September.