Aston Villa move two point on Premier League

Aston Villa narrowed the gap to just two points from the top of the Premier League after securing a narrow victory against Arsenal, who missed the opportunity to claim the league’s summit.

The breakthrough at Villa Park came from skipper John McGinn, who skillfully controlled Leon Bailey’s cross before emphatically finding the back of the net.

Arsenal’s hopes of a late comeback were dashed when a Kai Havertz effort was disallowed for handball by referee Jarred Gillett, a decision upheld by the video assistant referee after a comprehensive review.

Despite enduring pressure from Arsenal, Villa held firm, building on their recent notable victory against champions Manchester City and achieving a historic 15th consecutive home league win.

For Arsenal, this defeat is a setback in their pursuit of the title, marking the end of their six-game winning streak across all competitions.

SOURCE: FRCN