Unai Emery’s Aston Villa shocked Manchester City, who were looking to continue their winning streak after winning the Champions League. They had lost in the Europa League, but they shocked City at home. Villa, who relied on Haaland’s incredible goalkeeping, won by a single goal. Villa scored the winning goal from a corner in the 19th minute.
Villa defender Matty Cash gave them the win after a fierce left-footed shot past Donnarumma from Emiliano Bundiye’s pass. Villa recorded their third consecutive home win against City today. They did not give Haaland any real chance and City conceded defeat. With the win, Villa moved up to seventh place, one point behind City and 15 points, while City slipped to fourth.