
AFC Bournemouth - Aston Villa: 1–1
Key player: Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa): Rogers made a key impact with the opening goal in the 22nd minute, finishing clinically to give Aston Villa the early edge. His strike set the tone and forced Bournemouth to react, ultimately shaping the match’s competitive balance. A timely contribution that nearly delivered three points for the visitors.
Both teams showed great determination, but neither could find a winner in a well-balanced encounter at Vitality Stadium.