Aston Villa strengthened their surprise Premier League title push with a 2-1 victory over Manchester United on Sunday. Morgan Rogers scored a brilliant brace to secure the win at Villa Park.
Unai Emery’s team opened the scoring through Rogers’ stunning effort late in the first half.
Matheus Cunha equalised for United shortly afterwards, but Rogers netted his sixth goal in as many league games after the break to claim all three points.
Villa’s Impressive Run
This result marked Villa’s 10th consecutive victory across all competitions.
Third-placed Villa now trail leaders Arsenal by three points and sit one behind second-placed Manchester City in their bid for a first English title since 1981.
They are enjoying their longest winning streak in all competitions since 1914, when they won 11 in a row.
Historic League Form
Villa have also claimed seven straight top-flight wins for the first time since the 1989-90 season.
Their rise into contention is remarkable, coming after a poor start that saw them earn just two points from their first five matches.
Emery has made Villa Park a tough venue, with only one Premier League home loss in 2025 — the fewest of any team.
United’s Struggles
Seventh-placed United suffered their second defeat in 11 league games, leaving them without a win in their last two outings.
Captain Bruno Fernandes was substituted at half-time with an apparent hamstring injury.
Ruben Amorim was already missing several players, including the injured Harry Maguire, Matthijs de Ligt, and Kobbie Mainoo, plus the suspended Casemiro.
Key Moments
Benjamin Sesko missed a chance to put United ahead early on, hesitating and allowing Emiliano Martinez to block his shot.
Villa broke through in the 45th minute via a swift counter, with John McGinn setting up Rogers to curl home from the edge of the area.
Matty Cash’s error gifted United their equaliser just before half-time, as Patrick Dorgu capitalised to assist Cunha.
Second-Half Decider
Rogers restored Villa’s lead in the 57th minute, reacting quickest to a loose ball and finishing neatly.
Emery celebrated wildly, tossing his jacket in the air.
Martinez later made key saves from Diogo Dalot and Patrick Dorgu, while Cunha headed wide from close range.
Amorim introduced teenager Jack Fletcher for his debut late on, but United could not find a way back.
