Villa Withstands Leicester’s Comeback in Narrow Emery Victory.

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Villa Withstands Leicester’s Comeback in Narrow Emery Victory.

Aston Villa held their nerve at King Power Stadium, fending off a fierce second-half comeback from Leicester to secure a hard-fought victory under Unai Emery. Despite the late pressure, Villa managed to maintain their slim lead and walk away with all three points.

Aston Villa took control early and deservedly went ahead when Amadou Onana finished off a well-executed free-kick routine involving Youri Tielemans and Jacob Ramsey. 

Leicester improved in the second half, but Villa doubled their lead when Jhon Duran, just on for Ollie Watkins, scored a looping header for his second goal of the season.

Leicester's Facundo Buonanotte, on loan from Brighton, fired in his first goal for the club to spark hopes of a comeback. 

However, despite late drama, including a disallowed penalty for Jamie Vardy due to offside, the Foxes couldn't complete the turnaround.