Arsenal's Unbeaten Run Ends with Late Goals from Aston Villa
Late Goals Sink Arsenal
Arsenal's 11-match unbeaten run in the Premier League came to an end on Saturday, August 24, 2024, as they fell 2-1 to Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium.
Leon Bailey and Ollie Watkins scored late goals for Villa to secure the victory, after Bukayo Saka had given Arsenal the lead in the first half.
Bailey and Watkins Strike Late
Bailey equalized for Villa in the 74th minute, finishing off a fine move involving Emiliano Buendia and John McGinn.
Watkins then grabbed the winner in the 82nd minute, heading home a cross from Douglas Luiz.
Arsenal's Unbeaten Run Ends
The defeat ended Arsenal's unbeaten start to the Premier League season, and saw them drop to second in the table behind Manchester City.
Match Highlights
- Bukayo Saka gave Arsenal the lead in the first half.
- Leon Bailey equalized for Villa in the 74th minute.
- Ollie Watkins grabbed the winner for Villa in the 82nd minute.
- Arsenal's 11-match unbeaten run in the Premier League came to an end.
What's Next?
Arsenal will look to bounce back from their defeat when they travel to face Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday, August 26, 2024.
Villa, meanwhile, will host Burnley in the Premier League on the same day.
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