Aston Villa Triumph Over Manchester City in 2-1 Victory

Published 2024-12-21 14:52 by Austin Ivy
Manchester City football news

Aston Villa secured a 2-1 win against Manchester City in their latest Premier League encounter, with Morgan Rogers playing a pivotal role. The former Manchester City player contributed significantly by scoring a decisive goal in the 65th minute and assisting Jhon Duran’s first-half opener.

Match Highlights

Rogers, who joined Aston Villa earlier this year, showcased his skills by setting up Duran’s goal, marking the latter’s third consecutive Premier League goal. Despite Manchester City’s efforts, they struggled to create clear chances, only managing a late consolation goal through Phil Foden during stoppage time.

Impact on Premier League Standings

This victory propels Aston Villa to fifth place in the league standings, overtaking Manchester City. The defeat leaves City trailing 11 points behind league leaders Liverpool, marking their ninth loss in the last 12 matches across all competitions.

Key Match Statistics

  • Morgan Rogers: 1 goal, 1 assist
  • Jhon Duran: 1 goal
  • Phil Foden: 1 goal
  • Aston Villa: 2 goals, 5 shots on target
  • Manchester City: 1 goal, 3 shots on target

Recent Developments

Morgan Rogers recently extended his contract with Aston Villa until 2030, while Jhon Duran also signed an extended deal with the club. These developments highlight the club’s commitment to securing key players for the future.

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