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Matt Maher reflects on Aston Villa's late defeat at Manchester City

Matt Maher gives his take on Aston Villa's 2-1 defeat on at Manchester City.

By Matt Maher
Published Apr 22, 2025

Marcus Rashford's penalty cancelled out Bernardo Silva's early opener. 

But just when it looked as though Villa were set for a crucial point in the race for the Champions League, Matheus Nunes netted a stoppage time winner for City.

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