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RASHFORD HAD IT!!! He controlled the ball in the box but then had barely any room to shoot past Ortega.
Villa has huge problems creating. Tielemans doesn't show up.
Marmoush shoots high! The attempt now goes wide. He had gone up well but missed the ball.
Digne was cautioned and arrived too late to the duel with De Bruyne.
The ball is too long towards Marmoush and it will be a goal kick. The striker is very active.
Gvardiol almost headed it in! He hit the ball but only managed to lift it high. The Dibu had been left halfway out.
Corner for City! It's the first of the match just past the half-hour mark.
Great start from the visitors with a great move from Rashford with his back to goal, close to the midfield.
Dibu takes it easy to catch the ball, he wants to attract pressure from his opponent.
Bernardo Silva is in a lot of pain, it seems that Ramsey is grazing him with his studs.
Now the feeling is that we're in for a long game, one that won't be decided in the short term. The respect between the two has grown a lot.
Since the penalty, we haven't seen any more dangerous approaches. Villa tries to cover every space in their own half.
City is trying to put what happened behind them and regain control of possession. Villa is now pressing much higher.
Guardiola has been cautioned for his continued protests.
Rashford took the penalty with such ease. He completely fooled Ortega and flicked the ball into the goal with a gentle flick.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAL OF MAAAAARCUUUUUUUUUS RAAAAAASHFOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORD!!!! TIE THE ASTOOOOON VILLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!
PENALTY FOR ASTON VILLA!!! In a foray that was going nowhere, they find a huge prize to regain the tie.
It's a very clear contact from Dias on Ramsey. It cuts short his run and causes him to fall.
THE REFEREE GOES TO THE VAR!! He stops the match and goes straight to review the potential penalty.
RAMSEY FALLS IN THE AREA!! The referee orders the ball to continue, but it remains to be seen if there is contact.
At the moment, it seems the atmosphere has even cooled down. Villa is knocked out.
Guardiola's team has gained a huge boost of confidence with the goal. They're completely dominating possession.
For the moment, Villa is struggling to react; the home side has taken control of the ball.
What a significant performance Marmoush has made in a match of this caliber. Without Haaland, the Egyptian's contribution has been key.
Marmoush's run down the left was excellent. Silva bursts into the box, but Dibu can't get his shot out. The Argentine goalkeeper wasn't on target this time.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAL OF BERNAAAARDOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SILVAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!! GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL FROM MANCHESTER CITY!!!
Villa doesn't hesitate to retreat en masse when City tries. They'll have to be very precise today: De Bruyne, Bernardo ...
Villa is back on the attack, now with a deep pass that goes straight to Ortega's domain.
It's clear that Emery 's team is confident and has very clear ideas. They confidently gained ground in their final possession.
The game is played in tight spaces, so for now, City will have a hard time combining in the three-quarters of the field.
City is trying to recover from the initial scare and step into the opponent's half for the first time.
FUCK RASHFOOOOOOOOOOOOOORD!!!
He made good use of the space in the box, then crossed the ball and it went straight to the woodwork.
THE GAME STARTS!!!
Match Significance: Manchester City’s Streak Faces Aston Villa’s Surge
We’re examining the context at the Etihad Stadium, where Manchester City, managed by Pep Guardiola, sits fifth with 58 points (17W-7D-9L). Unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches (4W-2D), City secured a 2-0 win over Everton on April 19, with Nico O’Reilly (84th minute) and Mateo Kovačić (92nd) scoring, as reported on X. Their 3-1 Champions League quarterfinal loss to Paris Saint-Germain on April 16 exposed vulnerabilities, with Rúben Dias doubtful (calf) and Jack Grealish out (hamstring). Haaland (14 goals) and Omar Marmoush drive their attack.
Manchester City vs Aston Villa Defines Champions League Race
We’re concluding by underscoring the importance of this April 22, 2025, fixture at Etihad Stadium. Manchester City aims to solidify their Champions League qualification, while Aston Villa seeks to overtake them for a top-four spot. This Premier League clash will shape both teams’ seasons with five matchdays remaining.
Here’s what you need to know about Manchester City vs Aston Villa:
- Match Overview: April 22, 2025, at Etihad Stadium, 3:00 PM EDT; City 5th (58 points), Villa 4th (57 points).
- U.S. Viewing: Universo, USA Network, Fubo (free trial), Peacock Premium, Telemundo App.
- Recent Form: City won 2-0 vs. Everton; Villa won 3-1 vs. Wolves.
- Key Players: Haaland, Kovačić (City); Watkins, Rogers (Villa).
- History: Villa won 2-1 on December 21, 2024; City leads series 4-1-0 in last 5.
from: elfutbolero.us