Aston Villa moved to the top of Group E as three second half goals earned a 3-0 win over Sheffield United at Hednesford.
Harvey Knibbs (pictured) put Villa ahead and Jack Clarke doubled the lead with a solo effort before Jordan Cox hit the third.
Villa's Andre Green also played for 60 minutes as he continues his comeback from injury.
Villa have six points and top the group on goal difference from Ipswich Town, who have played one fewer match.
Sheffield United are three points further back in third position. Bottom club West Bromwich Albion remain pointless.
See: Aston Villa report
Next fixtures
Aston Villa: 15 Jan v Southampton (A) PL2
Sheffield United: 22 Jan v Ipswich Town (A) PL Cup
