Manchester City faced a disheartening defeat as they succumbed to Aston Villa’s commanding performance, resulting in a 1-0 loss at Villa Park. Pep Guardiola’s squad, lacking key players such as Rodri, Jack Grealish, Jeremy Doku, and the long-term absentee Kevin De Bruyne, struggled to assert themselves against Unai Emery’s resurgent Villa.

Despite Guardiola’s earlier assertive predictions of securing a fourth consecutive Premier League title, City currently stands fourth in the table, six points behind leaders Arsenal. Villa’s Leon Bailey secured the victory with a deflected second-half strike, encapsulating the club’s dominance with a 22-3 shot count. Emery’s Villa secured their 14th consecutive home league win, equaling a historic record. The defeat marked Emery’s first success over Guardiola in 14 attempts.

Guardiola, opting for a defensive lineup, witnessed his team being outplayed in every department, emphasizing the significance of absent players like Rodri. Villa’s relentless tempo and talent, coupled with City’s uncharacteristic frailty, provided an unexpected spectacle at Villa Park, challenging the customary anticipation of City’s victory.

Here is the highlight video of Aston Villa vs. Manchester City, which ended with a 1-0 victory for Villa. 

Aston Villa performance and stats

Aston Villa is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 32 points.

In the last 15 games, it has won 10 times, drawn twice, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Aston Villa won 1-0 against Manchester City.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 34 goals and conceding 20.​

Aston Villa will play the next match in Premier League against Arsenal on Saturday 9th of December in Birmingham. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.​

Manchester City performance and stats

Manchester City is currently 4th in the Premier League with 30 points.

In the last 15 games, it has won 9 times, drawn 3 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City lost 1-0 against Aston Villa.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 17.​

Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Luton Town on Sunday 10th of December in Luton. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.​