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Champions League hopefuls Aston Villa held to draw at relegated Burnley
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Champions League hopefuls Aston Villa held to draw at relegated Burnley

The Independent·Eleanor Crooks·22 days ago
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Aston Villa suffered a European hangover as they could only draw 2-2 with relegated Burnley at Turf Moor. Three days after booking their spot in the Europa League final with a thumping victory over Nottingham Forest, Villa were frustrated by a spirited display from the Clarets, who had lost five straight matches. Swathes of empty seats reflected what a miserable season it has been for Burnley at home, but Jaidon Anthony gave them an early lead and Zian Flemming clinched a point in the second half after Ross Barkley and Ollie Watkins had scored for the visitors. A point means Villa are not yet assured of Champions League qualification through the league, although they are four points ahead of Bournemouth with only two games to play.…

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