Newcastle vs Aston Villa LIVE: Manzambi's header earns visitors three points
NEWCASTLE have failed to bounce back from their thrashing last weekend after losing to Aston Villa in tonight’s blockbuster encounter at St James’ Park.
TL;DR
- Johan Manzambi scored the only goal with a header, giving Aston Villa a 1-0 lead.
- Newcastle United had several late opportunities to equalize but failed to convert.
- Aston Villa goalkeeper Hornicek made a crucial save late in the game.
- Newcastle has now lost two matches in a row.
- The match saw several yellow cards issued, including one for Thiaw and Osula.
- Aston Villa player Wan-Bissaka was forced off with an apparent hamstring injury.