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Gary Gardner: 'Steve Bruce makes Aston Villa players feel unbeatable'

Steve Bruce's appointment as Aston Villa boss has restored the players' confidence and makes them feel like they cannot lose, according to Gary Gardner.

Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner has praised Steve Bruce's appointment as club manager, claiming that the new boss has restored the players' confidence.

The Villans took on bitter rivals Birmingham City on Sunday and were held to a 1-1 draw after Gardner opened the scoring, stretching their unbeaten run under Bruce to four games.

"Every player knows what they're doing now. We feel confident," Gardner told BBC Sport.

"The gaffer's been there and done it - four promotions, and hopefully he can get another one with us. We've worked very hard and it's showing.

"It feels like we can't lose. I know it's funny to say that but it's a good feeling to have. Going into games knowing you've got a better chance of winning than losing is good."

Villa sit 15th in the Championship table following their draw with Birmingham.

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