Aston Villa maintained their unbeaten streak at home in the Premier League this season, but they were only able to pick up one point against Sheffield United on Friday night. Watch the full highlights below.
WATCH: Aston Villa vs Sheffield United (1-1) Highlights
Aston Villa vs Sheffield United (1-1) Report: Villa Rescue Late Point Against The Blades
Aston Villa had the chance to go top of the Premier League on Friday night with a win against Sheffield United, but they could only manage a point in a dramatic late game at Villa Park.
The first half was dominated by Aston Villa, who were unlucky to not have a penalty in the tenth minute when Ollie Watkins was thrown to the floor in the Sheffield United box.
After a lengthy VAR check no spot kick was awarded, much to the frustration of the home fans. VAR was again called into action at the following corner – but again Villa were denied as Ezri Konsa went down.
Leon Bailey thought he put the hosts ahead midway through the second half with a tap in at the back post, but the play was pulled back for an earlier foul on Sheffield United goalkeeper Wes Foderingham.
It was the Blades who took a surprising lead just before the 90th minute, with a quick break finishing with Gustavo Hamer sliding an inch perfect ball into the box where Cameron Archer eagerly waiting.
The former Villa academy player made no mistake against his old club, as he placed the ball past Emiliano Martinez to put the Blades in a prime position with only added time left to play.
Villa had a 100% home record coming into their game on Friday night and they certainly wouldn’t lay down easily against Sheffield United, as they were able to rescue a dramatic late point deep into added time.
Eight minutes of added time had been played before super sub Nicolo Zaniolo managed to sneak in front of Foderingham in the box, with the Italian heading home an equaliser to take the roof off Villa Park.
What Next For Aston Villa & Sheffield United?
Aston Villa’s next Premier League comes just after Christmas, as they make the trip up North to take on Manchester United in Boxing Day action.
Sheffield United’s point takes them off bottom of the Premier League table and they look forward to Luton on Boxing Day, in a game that could have huge ramifications on the relegation picture this season.
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