Ex-defender Martin Laursen believes that Aston Villa have their backs against the wall in the FA Cup final this weekend.

Villa can cap off a wonderful second half to the season by claiming victory in the FA Cup but it will be easier said than done as their opponents in the final, Arsenal, have been in fine form of late.

Many feel that Villa are clear underdogs heading into the game and former defender Laursen is also not too optimistic about Tim Sherwood side's chances of pulling off an upset on the day.

Speaking to talkSPORT, Laursen said: "I don't think they [Aston Villa] are favourites to be honest. They've had a difficult time against Arsenal this season.

"It's pretty much like playing Barcelona or Spain. If you give their players time on the ball then they can be impossible to play against. One the day of course they can win, but I think Arsenal are favourites."