Arsenal
Aston Villa
Match Report
In a surprising turn of events at the Emirates Stadium, Aston Villa secured a crucial 2-0 victory against Arsenal on April 14, 2024. The result significantly impacts the Premier League title race, dealing a blow to Arsenal's ambitions.
Despite enjoying the lion's share of possession and creating numerous opportunities, Arsenal were unable to break down a resolute Aston Villa defense. Villa, on the other hand, were clinical on the counter-attack, capitalizing on defensive errors to snatch all three points.
The home side started brightly, pressing high and creating early chances, but their finishing proved to be their undoing. Aston Villa absorbed the pressure effectively and struck twice in the second half to seal a memorable away win.
Key Moments
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15'
Saka's mazy run down the right flank creates space, but his shot is blocked by Konsa.
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32'
Odegaard finds Havertz in the box, but his header goes narrowly wide of the post.
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45'+1
Martinelli's powerful strike from outside the area is brilliantly tipped over by Martinez.
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62'
GOAL! Aston Villa take the lead! A swift counter-attack sees McGinn pick out Bailey, who finishes calmly past Raya.
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77'
GOAL! Aston Villa double their advantage! Watkins latches onto a through ball and slots it home, effectively sealing the win.
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85'
Gabriel heads home from a corner, but it's ruled out for a marginal offside by VAR.
Full Match Statistics
| Statistic | Arsenal | Aston Villa |
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| Possession (%) | 65 | 35 |
| Total Shots | 22 | 10 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 7 | 4 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 6 |
| Corners | 11 | 3 |
| Fouls | 8 | 15 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 2 | 3 |
| Passes Completed | 580 | 290 |
| Tackles | 18 | 25 |
| Saves | 2 | 8 |