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AVL vs MUN
English Premier League
Villa Park, Birmingham
Aston Villa
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Manchester United
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Full-Time: 0 - 0
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Despite the frustration of settling for a draw, Villa extended their unbeaten streak to eight matches across all competitions, while Manchester United remain winless in their last five games, with four of those matches ending in draws.
Rashford again tried to make an impact early in the second half, sending a powerful strike towards goal that Martinez managed to tip onto the crossbar. After Matty Cash's off-target attempt, Andre Onana was called into action to save a shot from Tielemans, followed by Ollie Watkins' speculative effort that sailed just over the bar. Bruno Fernandes came agonizingly close to scoring the much-needed opener, curling a free-kick that struck the crossbar, but Antony was unable to convert the rebound. Jhon Duran failed to create any late heroics for Villa, and Diogo Dalot made a crucial block to deny Philogene before Morgan Rogers sent a dinked shot wide.
As the focus returned to league action following contrasting European performances, Marcus Rashford showcased an early spark for United with a powerful strike that Emiliano MartÃnez saved. The Villans faced an early setback when Ezri Konsa was forced off with an injury, but Diego Carlos stepped in admirably with a crucial recovery run to thwart Rasmus Hojlund. Both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances during a slow-paced first half, with Jaden Philogene narrowly missing with a long-range effort. The hosts had more promising openings, including a blocked shot from Youri Tielemans by Jonny Evans and a mishit effort from Leon Bailey off Lucas Digne's cross, while Alejandro Garnacho's shot from a tight angle was comfortably held by Martinez to deny United.
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Rogers finds himself in a promising position on the left flank, looking to create an opportunity for Villa. However, his attempted cross lacks precision, spinning harmlessly out of play on the right side. It’s a disappointing end to a potentially threatening move.
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Onana launches a long ball forward, aiming to spark an attack for United. However, Villa's defense remain alert, quickly scrambling to clear the danger and regain control of the situation.
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Barkley receives a yellow card for a sneaky off-the-ball trip on Casemiro as United look to counterattack with pace.
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BLOCK! Villa showcases some impressive teamwork as they weave through United's defense, culminating in Philogene finding space at the right post. His shot seems to be on target, promising a breakthrough for Villa, but Dalot reacts quickly to make a crucial block.