Villa are sixth in the Premier League just three points off the final Champions League place.

Carew told BBC WM: "We are in a good position. We've kept everybody fit and as long as we avoid serious injury it won't be a problem."

Carew's treble against Newcastle took his tally to nine goals so far this season and he was quick to deflect praise on to his team-mates.

"Ashley's [Young] corner for my first was perfect for me and for the second I was just waiting for it to fall to me in the area and luckily it did," said Carew.