Summary
Aston Villa won their first Premier League game of the season by defeating Fulham. Ollie Watkins ended a goal drought, contributing to Villa's comeback after Fulham initially took the lead. The win marks a turning point for the team after a series of challenging performances.
Key Facts
- Ollie Watkins ended a 700-minute goal drought in the Premier League with a score against Fulham.
- Aston Villa secured their first Premier League win in the sixth game of the season.
- Villa had not achieved a first league win this late in the season since 1969-70.
- John McGinn and Emi Buendia also scored quick goals for Villa in the second half.
- Villa had not made a single tackle in the first half of the match.
- Fulham has won only once in 22 visits to Villa Park.
- Villa’s victory came shortly after a Europa League win against Bologna.
- The match highlighted Villa's potential to recover from a difficult start to the season.
