It happened again!

Another costly error in the 89th minute turned a closely contested match to a 1-2 defeat. It was all level heading into stoppage time, but a Marco Asensio shot slipped underneath Filip Jorgensen who was in position for the block misjudge the dip of the shot and it hit the back of the net.

Enzo Maresca tried a different formation going with a back 3 and moving Reece James into the defensive midfield which help free Enzo Fernandez & Cole Palmer to be at their best: roam freely and provide creativity to attack. It was promising as Fernandez scored the 1st goal from a Pedro Neto cross within the 1st 10 minutes and before that missed one in from hitting the top corner within the 1st 5. The changes in the end, resulted in the same outcome: score first, missed key open chances to expand the lead, squad begins to fade, opponent takes advantage key mistakes to tie it up or take the victory.

With Villa’s victory, that brings them into the fight with 6 teams battling it out for 3rd and 4th place in the Premier League table for Champions League qualification. Buckle up!

It’s a quick turnaround as the lads head home to face bottom dwellers, Southampton FC who are more than likely bound for relegation with only 9 points through 26 matches. A good opportunity for the boys to maintain their position with a victory, but nothing ever comes easy in the Premier League.

Come down to the Londoner Addison this Tuesday Afternoon and kick it with the Shed End Dallas crew. We look forward to seeing you there.

Cheers!

Shed End Dallas