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MAN CITY STUNNED AS VILLA HAND FIRST DEFEAT SINCE AUGUST
Aston Villa's 1-0 win over Manchester City, courtesy of a Matty Cash strike, deals a major blow to City's title hopes. Unai Emery's tactical masterclass stifled Pep Guardiola's side at Villa Park.
Pep Guardiola - Photo Credit: Getty Images
Aston Villa defeated Manchester City, whose chances of winning the Premier League title were dashed early on, 1-0, thanks to a fantastic first-half performance by Matty Cash.
Villa celebrated Unai Emery's third anniversary as manager in style with a fourth consecutive league victory, which was secured by Cash's goal from the edge of the box in the 19th minute.
It was the third straight home win for Pep Guardiola's team, who now trail leaders Arsenal by six points and could have to contend with Mikel Arteta's team again after Christmas.
A flawless Villa strategy effectively smothered City, and Erling Haaland's 12-game scoring run was ended when he was prevented from scoring for just the second time this season across all competitions.
Before Emery changed their fortunes at Villa Park in October 2022, it would not have appeared conceivable for them to enjoy such a run of results against Guardiola's team.
They also appear to be a threat at the top end of the Premier League following a sluggish start to the season.
The first ten minutes of the game were City's best, and in the sixth minute, Tijjani Reijnders came within a hair's breadth of opening the score with a flashing attempt.
However, Villa took charge and won a set-piece in the 19th minute, which proved to be the game-changing moment.
The ball was crossed to the edge of the area by Emiliano Buendia after they took a short corner, and Cash caught it before launching a low shot over his body that curled into the bottom corner.
Three minutes later, Haaland made an unusual miss that would have put City level.
The Norwegian was slid in by Bernardo Silva after he evaded the offside trap, but Emiliano Martinez missed his effort.
Villa pressed for a second, but that was as good as it got.
When he had time and space on the edge of the box, John McGinn might have thought he would score, but his shot missed by a little margin after deflecting off John Stones.
Ollie Watkins saw a free header denied from the next corner.
Early in the second half, McGinn nearly scored a lovely shot after meeting a corner, but it was blocked.
On the hour, City stepped up their efforts to equalise, but were thwarted by some valiant defending when Savinho's ferocious shot was stopped by Ezri Konsa, and Pau Torres was on the goalline to deny the Brazilian's second attempt.
Jadon Sancho, who was brought in as an early substitute for the injured Buendia, had a quiet game but had two chances from close range in the 69th minute that Gianluigi Donnarumma saved to double the lead.
As the hosts persisted in their attack, the outstanding Watkins came just short of being able to catch Ross Barkley's through-ball before the on-loan Manchester United player was replaced.
In the 89th minute, City threw everything forward in an attempt to equalise, and they believed they had done so when Haaland slid in at the far post, but Phil Foden was offside throughout the build-up.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.
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