Manchester City’s gloom deepened after they succumbed to a ninth defeat in 12 games at Aston Villa.
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Stalemate as under pressure Manchester United battle to goalless draw at Aston Villa
Manchester United battled their way to a goalless draw at Aston Villa at the end of a difficult week for manager Erik Ten Hag.
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Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne, both unused substitutes, were hardly missed as Phil Foden stepped up to the plate.
Manchester City 4, Aston Villa 1 – Player Ratings
Phil Foden scored a hat trick as Manchester City made up for their frustrations at the weekend by hitting four goals past Aston Villa.
Super-sub Scott McTominay scores late winner for Manchester United at Aston Villa to boost bid for a top-four finish
Super-sub Scott McTominay’s late winner at Aston Villa catapulted Manchester United back into contention for a Champions League place.