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Aston Villa seem ready to make absolutely no moves as they head into an absolutely massive cup week that could help salvage an otherwise miserable season.

Que sera, sera, we're going to Wembley! Well, once Villa beat League 2 side Bradford, that is.

Villa progress to the quarterfinals of the League Cup with a 3-2 win over League One side Swindon Town. Miles Storey had a brace for the home side, but Christian Benteke also grabbed two, and Gabby Agbonlahor the third, to lift the Villa to victory.

Even a Cup tie against a lower-level side will probably prove to be difficult for Paul Lambert and Aston Villa.

Gifs: AVFC goals vs. Manchester City in League Cup - We've got all four goals Aston Villa scored against Manchester City in their 2-4 upset of the reigning EPL champions

Aston Villa welcome League 2 side Hereford United in the second round of the Carling Cup. Read the preview on 7500 to Holte, an Aston Villa blog.

After Blackpool lose to Sheffield United on penalties, the Carling Cup draw has been completed. Aston Villa welcome Hereford United.

For Aston Villa fans, seeing Birmingham City claim silverware was almost as bad as last year's loss in the Carling Cup final. Surprisingly enough, many Villans were gracious in the end.

What happens when the friends and foes of Harry Potter take the pitch? Find out in this unique preview of Aston Villa and Birmingham City's League Cup tie.

Once again, Aston Villa struggled to win a Carling Cup match, but Emile Heskey and Stewart Downing combined to help the home side eke out an extra-time win over Championship side Burnley.