In a major upset, Aston Villa secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Manchester City at Villa Park on October 26, 2025, ending City’s long unbeaten run and underlining Villa’s growing strength this season.
Match Snapshot
The decisive moment came in the 19th minute, when Matty Cash fired home from the edge of the box following a well-worked corner routine. Despite City’s dominance in possession and attempts, Villa’s disciplined defending ensured the single goal stood.
The result marked Manchester City’s first loss since August, while Villa extended their unbeaten run to six consecutive league matches.
Key Match Stats
Possession: Villa 47% – City 53%
Shots: Villa 9 – City 18
Shots on Target: Villa 5 – City 4
Goal: Matty Cash (19’)
City controlled large portions of the match but struggled to convert their chances. Villa’s structure and determination frustrated the champions throughout, making every clearance and block count.
Stand-out Performances & Player Ratings
Aston Villa
Matty Cash (8.5/10): The match-winner and defensive workhorse. His early strike set the tone for Villa’s resilient display.
Ezri Konsa & Pau Torres (8/10):
