Aston Villa stepped up their unexpected Premier League title challenge as Morgan Rogers’ brilliant brace sealed a 2-1 win against Manchester United on Sunday. Unai Emery’s side took the lead through Rogers’ stunning strike late in the first half at Villa Park. Villa are on their best winning run in all competitions since 1914, when they secured 11 successive victories. Losing Fernandes for the second half was a hammer blow and the irrepressible Rogers restored Villa’s advantage in the 57th minute. Amorim sent on Jack Fletcher, the son of former United midfielder Darren Fletcher, for his debut, but the teenager’s first game was destined to end in defeat.

Source: The Guardian December 22, 2025 07:48 UTC