The match between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa concluded without any goals, resulting in a draw during the 21st round of the Premier League.
A crucial moment came in the 83rd minute when Ollie Watkins unleashed a powerful shot that struck the post, leaving both teams frustrated.
Victor Lindelöf stood out as the star player, making significant contributions by clearing three dangerous balls from the area for Aston Villa.
Adam Wharton was another key player, effectively completing 54 passes, making 4 interceptions, and taking 2 shots on target for Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace’s manager, Oliver Glasner, opted for a 3-6-1 formation featuring Dean Henderson in goal, with a defensive line of Jaydee Canvot, Maxence Lacroix, and Marc Guéhi. The midfield comprised Justin Devenny, Adam Wharton, Will Hughes, Tyrick Mitchell, Brennan Johnson, and Yéremy Pino, while Jean-Philippe Mateta led the attack.
On the other hand, Aston Villa, under Unai Emery’s direction, set up in a 4-5-1 formation with Emiliano Martínez in goal. The defense included Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Victor Lindelöf, and Lucas Digne. The midfield was made up of Boubacar Kamara, Youri Tielemans, Jadon Sancho, John McGinn, and Morgan Rogers, with Ollie Watkins as the lone forward.
The game was officiated by referee Andrew Madley.
Looking ahead, Crystal Palace will visit Sunderland, while Aston Villa is set to host Everton at Villa Park. Following the draw, Crystal Palace remains in 12th place with 28 points, whereas Aston Villa holds 3rd place with 43 points.
Substitutions for Crystal Palace
89’ 2T – Justin Devenny was replaced by Borna Sosa
Yellow Cards for Crystal Palace:
22’ 2T – Brennan Johnson (simulation of an infringement) and 37’ 2T – Tyrick Mitchell (delaying the game)
Substitutions for Aston Villa
45’ 2T – Emiliano Martínez was replaced by Marco Bizot,
64’ 2T – Jadon Sancho was replaced by Emiliano Buendía,
72’ 2T – John McGinn was substituted for Donyell Malen and Lucas Digne for Ian Maatsen,
81’ 2T – Boubacar Kamara was replaced by Lamare Bogarde.