UCL: Aston Villa Denied Victory Over Juventus as Late Goal is Ruled Out

Heartbreak for Aston Villa as Late Goal is Ruled Out

In a bid to inject new life into the match, Unai Emery introduced super-sub Jhon Duran after 77 minutes...

Aston Villa's winless run extended to seven matches after Morgan Rogers' stoppage-time goal was disallowed in their Champions League match against Juventus.

Aston Villa much-needed victory over Juventus in the Champions League were cruelly dashed when Morgan Rogers' stoppage-time goal was disallowed. The video assistant referee intervened, spotting a foul on goalkeeper Michele di Gregorio, and the goal was subsequently ruled out. This decision ensured that Villa's winless run extended to seven matches.

Villa's Winless Streak Continues Despite Improved Performance

Unai Emery's side had been searching for a victory since their 2-0 win over Bologna five weeks ago. Although they ended a four-game losing run with a draw against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday, Aston Villa's winless streak persists. Despite enjoying the better of the chances against Juventus, Emery's team was unable to find the back of the net against the Serie A side with the best defensive record.

Emery's Tactical Switch Fails to Yield Desired Result

In a bid to inject new life into the match, Unai Emery introduced super-sub Jhon Duran after 77 minutes. However, despite Duran's reputation for making an impact off the bench, Villa was unable to capitalize on their chances and secure the win. The draw against Juventus leaves Emery's side still searching for a victory, and they will be hoping to end their winless streak in their next match.

Duran's Home Form Deserts Him as Villa Struggles Continue

Duran's impressive home form in the Champions League had been a rare bright spot for Villa this season, with the Colombian scoring in each of his two previous home appearances. However, this time around, Duran failed to make a similar impact, struggling to influence the game from the bench.

Emilianio Martinez's Stunning Save Proves Crucial for Villa

Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez produced a moment of sheer brilliance, making a spectacular save to deny Francisco Conceicao's low shot at the near post. The Portuguese winger's effort was mere centimeters from fully crossing the line, but Martinez's lightning-quick reflexes ensured that Villa's goal remained intact.

Villa's Safety-First Approach Fails to Yield Desired Result

Despite Martinez's heroics, Villa's safety-first approach ultimately failed to yield the desired result. The home side's performance was characterized by caution, and they were unable to break down their opponents. This lackluster display means that Villa has now gone seven games without a win for the first time under Emery's management.