FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Fulham v Aston Villa - Craven Cottage, London, Britain - September 28, 2020 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith during the match Pool via REUTERS/Will Oliver
(Reuters) - Aston Villa have exceeded expectations with their perfect start to the Premier League campaign thanks to their defensive excellence but they cannot afford to get complacent, manager Dean Smith said on Wednesday.
After barely escaping relegation last season, Villa are second in the standings with four wins from four. Smith's side are a point behind league leaders Everton, with a game in hand, and also have the best defensive record in the league.
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