Crystal Palace v Aston Villa
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Watch the best of the action from Emirates Stadium as we ran rampant against the Villans to remain top of the league
Report and free match highlights as Crystal Palace and Aston Villa drew 0-0 at Selhurst Park; Victor Lindelof came closest to scoring as his late header hit the woodwork; Ollie Watkins and Brennan Johnson were also denied;
The first half ends at Villa Park. For now, in a tight game, Aston Villa is winning against Nottingham Forest 1-0, with a goal from Ollie Watkins, in the 20th round of the Premier League. We'll be back shortly to follow the second half.
The match at the Emirates Stadium was each team’s 19th of the season, officially marking the halfway point of their 2025-26 Premier League campaigns. With the win, Arsenal has a five-point lead over second-place Manchester City, who will have the chance to respond on Thursday, Jan. 1 with a visit to Sunderland.
Report and free highlights as Aston Villa beat Nottingham Forest 3-1; John McGinn scored twice after a stunning opener from Ollie Watkins; Morgan Gibbs-White pulled one back but John Victors error put the game out of reach;
Chelsea missed a valuable chance to stay in the title race after losing to a surprising Aston Villa side, who managed to bounce back during the match and make the most of their opportunities. The hosts’ lack of cutting edge contrasted with the visitors’ efficiency and resilience.
Arne Slot's team are in a tough place where their performances are not up the mark but that's not the case with Arsenal.