Aston Villa secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester City at Villa Park, with goals from Jhon Duran and Morgan Rogers. Phil Foden’s late strike for City proved inconsequential as the defending champions continued their poor run of form.
The defeat leaves City sixth in the Premier League, nine points behind leaders Liverpool, having played two more games. Villa climbed to fifth, bolstering their top-four hopes.
Despite making six changes, City’s defensive frailties were exposed early, with Villa dominating from the start. Rogers, a former City player, and Duran capitalized on City’s struggles, while City’s late efforts were too little, too late.
City are winless in their last eight away games, leaving Pep Guardiola under pressure to reverse their decline. Villa, meanwhile, showcased their potential to challenge for European football.
