Gerrard was installed as the new manager at Villa Park after previous boss Dean Smith was dismissed following a run of five consecutive Premier League defeats.
Smith has since found gainful employment at bottom of the league Norwich but Gerrard will hope to get off to the best possible start against a Brighton team who have impressed this season.
One of Gerrard's priorities will be to get the best from new summer arrivals Leon Bailey, who came in from Bayer Leverkusen, Emiliano Buendia from Norwich City while Danny Ings joined from Southampton.
Scroll down and click through to see how Aston Villa could line-up for the first match of the Gerrard era.
5. Targett
A very capable left back who loves to get forward and should enjoy his football under Gerrard
6. Luiz
Gerrard will no doubt appreciate what the midfielder can bring to the team. At his best Luiz provides the platform that Villa can build from. Consistency is key here.
7. Buendia
A serious gifted player but Villa fans are yet to see the best of him as yet. Is Gerrard the man to unlock his potential?
8. McGinn
One of the top midfielders in the Premier League. Fiercely competitive, great range of passing and an eye for a goal...What's not to like?