Aston Villa comes from behind to beat West Ham
Aston Villa secured a dramatic 3-2 victory against West Ham, overcoming two deficits to maintain their position in the Premier League title race. Morgan Rogers played a pivotal role, scoring twice, including a remarkable 25-yard winner, reports BritPanorama.
The match began poorly for Villa, who fell behind to Mateus Fernandes’ goal just 29 seconds in, then conceded again to Jarrod Bowen’s close-range strike. However, Villa clawed back with a Konstantinos Mavropanos own goal that equalized the score and Rogers’ goals secured the win.
Manager Unai Emery praised his team’s resilience, stating, “Our start was poor, two times we were behind but how they responded and how we achieved those three points is how we are as a team,” adding that the squad demonstrated ambition, responsibility, and a strong organizational structure.
Rogers reflected on the match, emphasizing that the focus remains on consistency rather than title considerations. “We’re not looking at that at all,” he said. “It is about being as consistent as possible. At the moment, we are in a great run so let’s see where that takes us.”
West Ham’s manager Nuno Espirito Santo noted their struggles in maintaining leads, stating, “We started very well… but we are allowing teams to go back in the game.” His team remains at risk of relegation after a disappointing few matches.
Before kick-off, both teams paid tribute to former West Ham captain, manager, and record-appearance holder Billy Bonds, who passed away two weeks prior. The emotional atmosphere reflected the significance of the occasion, highlighting the blend of sporting rivalry and remembrance in football.
The match showcased Villa’s growing strength and spirit under Emery, as they solidify their place just three points behind leaders Arsenal, while West Ham faces urgent challenges in their campaign.
