Aston Villa claim crucial 2-0 win over A.F.C. Bournemouth to continue impressive league form
Roofe and Ramsey make a difference to give Steven Gerrard's team a famous victory
The lowdown
Aston Villa secured a famous 2-0 victory over A.F.C. Bournemouth to make it three consecutive Premier League wins and take them to within two points of the top half of the table.Steven Gerrard's side took an early lead through Kemar Roofe before Jacob Ramsey secured the three points with a well-taken finish just after the hour mark.
The result lifts Villa up to 11th in the Premier League table, just two points behind Brighton and Brentford in ninth and tenth, respectively.
The match
Villa started the match brightly and took the lead after just 15 minutes when Roofe fired home from close range after good work from Ramsey.
Bournemouth responded well to going behind and had chances to equalise, but Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was in inspired form to deny them.
The visitors continued to press in the second half, but Villa defended resolutely and always looked dangerous on the counter-attack.
Key moment
The key moment of the match came just after the hour mark when Ramsey doubled Villa's lead with a well-taken finish.
The goal effectively ended the match as a contest and allowed Villa to see out the game comfortably.
Talking points
- Villa's victory was their third consecutive Premier League win and their fourth in all competitions.
- Roofe's goal was his first for Villa since joining the club in the summer.
- Ramsey's goal was his second in the Premier League this season.
- Bournemouth have now lost their last three Premier League matches.
Conclusion
Villa's victory was a deserved one and they will be delighted to have taken all three points against a tough opponent.
The win takes them to within two points of the top half of the table and they will be looking to continue their good form when they travel to Southampton next weekend.
