Football: Brentford 0 - 1 Aston Villa

Watkins sinks former club as Villa boost top-four hopes

Ollie Watkins was the difference as Aston Villa edged past his former side Brentford to keep their Champions League hopes alive.

Author - James P

London Super News | Brentford v Villa

Watkins’ deflected strike early in the second half sealed a 1-0 win, lifting Unai Emery’s side to seventh in the table and within two points of fourth-placed Manchester City, albeit having played a game more.

In a match short on clear-cut chances, Watkins sparked the contest into life after 49 minutes. Latching onto Jacob Ramsey’s through ball, the England striker cut inside and drilled a low shot that clipped Nathan Collins before creeping past Mark Flekken.

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Watkins thought he had turned provider moments later, squaring for Morgan Rogers to find the net, but a VAR check ruled the Villa forward marginally offside.

Brentford almost snatched an equaliser when Keane Lewis-Potter struck the foot of the post, but Villa’s backline, marshalled superbly by on-loan Chelsea defender Axel Disasi, held firm.

The win not only boosts Villa’s hopes of a top-four finish but also completes their first league double over Brentford since 1947. Meanwhile, Thomas Frank’s side slip from 11th to 12th in the table. 

Source for highlights | Brentford FC YouTube 

Brentford fan reaction

Two key talking points emerged as Brentford fans trudged away from the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday following yet another home defeat.

Despite a spirited second-half performance against Aston Villa, the Bees fell short once again. That has been a recurring theme this season, particularly against top-half sides.

Paul, another Brentford fan, added: "Although Brentford have dominated possession in these games, we've struggled to carve out clear-cut chances. Time and again, crosses have been pumped into the box, only to be comfortably dealt with by the opposition's defence."

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