Manchester City found themselves on the back foot again at Villa Park this afternoon as John Duran heaped more misery on Pep Guardiola’s struggling side.
The Colombian striker, named ahead of Ollie Watkins in the starting line-up, headed home after 16 minutes, turning Morgan Rodgers’ pass into a frantic opener.
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The goal was long overdue with Villa going close twice before the goal. First Duran found himself in space after just 19 seconds, but saw his shot blocked by Stefan Ortega. From the resulting corner, the German saved Pau Torres’ header with the ball not crossing the line.
Despite Jack Grealish’s best efforts against his former club, City created little in the opening 35 minutes. Their best effort fell to Phil Foden but his shot was saved by Emiliano Martinez in the Villa goal.
City entered the competition with just one win in their last 11 games
