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The Age
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Haaland and Man City fire warning to title rivals as Spurs get off to winning start in post-Ange era
'Fantastic finish and the way it was set up, and Mohammed Kudus brilliant too,' Frank told the BBC. Brennan Johnson added a third goal on the counter-attack six minutes later. The victory was notable for a Premier League first as Burnley keeper Martin Dubravka conceded the first corner kick of the season under new rules after holding the ball for more than eight seconds. Konsa sees red Sunderland had a dream start to their return to the top flight after eight years at a jubilant Stadium of Light. The opening half saw the hosts still finding their rhythm against a disjointed Hammers side but they grew into the game, and Eliezer Mayenda broke the deadlock in the 61st minute. Sunderland kept up the momentum and Daniel Ballard scored 12 minutes later, while Wilson Isidor had the home fans in a frenzy with another goal in injury time. 'Happy, happy for the club, the organisation, the players and our fans,' Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris told Sky. 'To come back into the Premier League with this connection with our fans is impressive. 'Every point is important. Today (it) was possible to beat West Ham and we did. Next week we have to reset and have another story.' Loading At Villa Park, the home side were thrown into disarray in the 66th minute when Konsa was shown a straight red card for pulling down Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon while he was in hot pursuit of a through ball from Anthony Elanga. Newcastle continued to fire crosses into the box but without a recognised centre-forward such as Isak, who wants to leave amid interest from champions Liverpool, they could not convert them and the game ended in stalemate. Villa boss Unai Emery said he and his team should never accept dropping two points at home. 'With the circumstances we had with the red card and how we were the last 30 minutes more or less, with added time, we have to accept it,' said the Spaniard. Brighton appeared to be heading for a victory after Matt O'Riley's goal from the penalty spot early in the second half, but Fulham salvaged a draw from a corner in the 96th minute when substitute Muniz lashed in from close range. 'For sure it feels painful,' Brighton manager Fabian Huerzeler told the BBC. 'We should score the second goal and I think the game would be over. That's football.'
Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Haaland and Man City fire warning to title rivals as Spurs get off to winning start in post-Ange era
'Fantastic finish and the way it was set up, and Mohammed Kudus brilliant too,' Frank told the BBC. Brennan Johnson added a third goal on the counter-attack six minutes later. The victory was notable for a Premier League first as Burnley keeper Martin Dubravka conceded the first corner kick of the season under new rules after holding the ball for more than eight seconds. Konsa sees red Sunderland had a dream start to their return to the top flight after eight years at a jubilant Stadium of Light. The opening half saw the hosts still finding their rhythm against a disjointed Hammers side but they grew into the game, and Eliezer Mayenda broke the deadlock in the 61st minute. Sunderland kept up the momentum and Daniel Ballard scored 12 minutes later, while Wilson Isidor had the home fans in a frenzy with another goal in injury time. 'Happy, happy for the club, the organisation, the players and our fans,' Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris told Sky. 'To come back into the Premier League with this connection with our fans is impressive. 'Every point is important. Today (it) was possible to beat West Ham and we did. Next week we have to reset and have another story.' Loading At Villa Park, the home side were thrown into disarray in the 66th minute when Konsa was shown a straight red card for pulling down Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon while he was in hot pursuit of a through ball from Anthony Elanga. Newcastle continued to fire crosses into the box but without a recognised centre-forward such as Isak, who wants to leave amid interest from champions Liverpool, they could not convert them and the game ended in stalemate. Villa boss Unai Emery said he and his team should never accept dropping two points at home. 'With the circumstances we had with the red card and how we were the last 30 minutes more or less, with added time, we have to accept it,' said the Spaniard. Brighton appeared to be heading for a victory after Matt O'Riley's goal from the penalty spot early in the second half, but Fulham salvaged a draw from a corner in the 96th minute when substitute Muniz lashed in from close range. 'For sure it feels painful,' Brighton manager Fabian Huerzeler told the BBC. 'We should score the second goal and I think the game would be over. That's football.'
Observer
3 days ago
- Sport
- Observer
Ten-man Villa earn 0-0 home draw with wasteful Newcastle
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND: Aston Villa survived defender Ezri Konsa's dismissal to salvage a 0-0 draw at home to Newcastle United in their Premier League opener on Saturday, with the visitors missing want-away striker Alexander Isak as they created chances but failed to finish. Newcastle's new signing Anthony Elanga almost scored in the third minute but Villa's 34-year-old goalkeeper Marco Bizot, who was replacing the suspended Emi Martinez, made an excellent reflex save on his league debut to deny the Swedish winger. Bizot was called into action several more times as Eddie Howe's side dominated, getting down smartly to his right to turn a low Anthony Gordon shot away for a corner and coming to collect a stream of crosses as he grew in confidence. Villa managed to steady the ship and plug some of the gaps, and they could have taken the lead early in the second half when John McGinn picked out Boubacar Kamara with a super cross, but the midfielder's header was straight at keeper Nick Pope. Villa forward Ollie Watkins had a similar tame shot after 65 minutes before the home side were thrown into disarray a minute later when Konsa was shown a straight red card. Elanga had picked up the ball as Newcastle launched a counter-attack and sent a superb pass through the middle for Gordon to chase. Konsa was sent off for pulling the forward's shoulder to prevent him getting through on goal. Newcastle continued to fire crosses into the box but without a recognised centre-forward such as clinical Sweden international Isak, who wants to leave the club amidst interest from champions Liverpool, they could not convert them. Howe finally sent on a striker in the shape of William Osula in the 90th minute but there was not enough time left for him to make an impression and the game ended in a stalemate. — Reuters
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Ten-man Villa earn 0-0 home draw with wasteful Newcastle
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox BIRMINGHAM, England - Aston Villa survived defender Ezri Konsa's dismissal to salvage a 0-0 draw at home to Newcastle United in their Premier League opener on Saturday, with the visitors missing want-away striker Alexander Isak as they created chances but failed to finish. Newcastle's new signing Anthony Elanga almost scored in the third minute but Villa's 34-year-old goalkeeper Marco Bizot, who was replacing the suspended Emi Martinez, made an excellent reflex save on his league debut to deny the Swedish winger. Bizot was called into action several more times as Eddie Howe's side dominated, getting down smartly to his right to turn a low Anthony Gordon shot away for a corner and coming to collect a stream of crosses as he grew in confidence. Villa managed to steady the ship and plug some of the gaps, and they could have taken the lead early in the second half when John McGinn picked out Boubacar Kamara with a super cross, but the midfielder's header was straight at keeper Nick Pope. Villa forward Ollie Watkins had a similar tame shot after 65 minutes before the home side were thrown into disarray a minute later when Konsa was shown a straight red card. Elanga had picked up the ball as Newcastle launched a counter-attack and sent a superb pass through the middle for Gordon to chase. Konsa was sent off for pulling the forward's shoulder to prevent him getting through on goal. Newcastle continued to fire crosses into the box but without a recognised centre-forward such as clinical Sweden international Isak, who wants to leave the club amid interest from champions Liverpool, they could not convert them. Howe finally sent on a striker in the shape of William Osula in the 90th minute but there was not enough time left for him to make an impression and the game ended in a stalemate. REUTERS
North Wales Chronicle
17-05-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
In-form Aston Villa close on Champions League return with Tottenham victory
Villa's memorable run to the quarter-finals of this season's competition gave them the taste for more and they boosted their hopes with an eighth win from their last nine Premier League games. This was probably the biggest home banker of the campaign given where Spurs' focus lay, but Villa made hard work of it, needing second-half goals from Ezri Konsa and Boubacar Kamara to get the job done. What a win for @AVFCOfficial as they continue their charge for a Champions League spot!#AVLTOT — Premier League (@premierleague) May 16, 2025 However, Chelsea's win over Manchester United later on Friday night means they have to win their final game of the season at Old Trafford and hope other teams, including Enzo Maresca's side and Manchester City, drop points. Spurs could yet still be in the Champions League next season as well if they can end their trophy drought with Europa League victory over United and boss Ange Postecoglou did nothing to jeopardise that at Villa Park. The embattled Australian made it clear where his focus was by naming a weakened side, which included a first Premier League start since 2022 for forgotten man Sergio Reguilon. They never really looked like avoiding a 21st league defeat of a miserable league season, but all roads now lead to Bilbao where history could beckon. Villa had an early flurry of chances as Ollie Watkins fired straight at Antonin Kinsky and John McGinn fizzed an effort just over. But Spurs, and Son Heung-min in particular, showed – for a time at least – they were not here just to make the numbers up. The South Korean is one of the players who is likely to play in Bilbao and he almost opened the scoring when he cut inside and whipped an effort just over the crossbar. Son was again involved as Spurs went close once more, starting a move that saw Wilson Odobert cleverly flick Mathys Tel's cross goalwards, but Emiliano Martinez was equal to it, saving with his feet. FEELS GOOD 😌 — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) May 16, 2025 It was Kinsky who was then forced into a smart save as he got finger tips to Amadou Onana's cross that was sneaking into the far post. Villa came forward with a wave of attacks, with Marco Asensio curling just wide from 20 yards and Konsa heading straight at Kinsky. Frustrations were growing as the hosts floundered at the start of the second half but the tension was relieved as they finally made the breakthrough just before the hour. Watkins rose highest from McGinn's corner and his knockdown was swept home by Konsa. It was almost 2-0 60 seconds later but Kinsky got down well to keep out Watkins' effort. Kamara did kill any jangling nerves in the 73rd minute when he unleashed a fierce low shot that was too hot to handle for Kinsky. Villa saw it out to end their excellent home campaign with a record-extending 21st match unbeaten in all competitions, with goalkeeper Martinez, who has been linked with a move away, in tears at the end. For Spurs, it is about going one more match this season without defeat.
