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Gary Gardner (Nottingham Forest)

The midfielder was in fine form for Dougie Freedman’s side as Forest comfortably beat Bolton Wanderers 3-0. Frustrated at his lack of game time at Villa, Gardner pushed through a loan move to the Championship and he’s already reaping the rewards by completing his first 90 minutes of the season. In his third appearance he took control of the midfield by completing 90 per-cent of his 87 passes. He wasn’t dispossessed at all during the game but he made three interceptions and eight recoveries himself as Forest ran riot.

Nathan Baker (Bristol City)

Was solid and commanding as the Robins pulled off the shock result of the weekend - beating Championship leaders Middlesbrough at Ashton Gate. Baker’s display helped City keep a clean sheet for the first time in 12 games dating back to November 7. ‘Boro also conceded for the first time in over 900 minutes of football. He later tweeted a photograph of himself in the wars, with the caption: "Great to get the win today, fully deserved."

Jed Steer (Huddersfield)

Played inbetween the sticks as his temporary side drew 1-1 with Fulham. Villa still have high hopes for Steer and the loan regular game time in the Championship will aid his development.

Callum Robinson (Preston)

The young forward came on for the last three minutes of the 1-1 draw at Ipswich as former Villa man Daniel Johnson bagged for the Preston. Robinson is starting a fresh at a club he knows well following his loan spell last season. He’s happy to be featuring again after struggling to make an impact at Bristol City.

Janoi Donacien (Newport County)

Played 90 minutes as the Welsh outfit beat York 1-0 on the road.

Benjamin Siegrist (Solihull Moors)

The goalkeeper put in another assured performance as the table-topping National League North leaders continued their fine form with a 4-1 win over Stalybridge Celtic.

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