Arsenal beat Aston Villa in a fantastic win on Saturday, 4-2, on to matchday 23 of the U18 Premier League. To this matchweek, Jack Wilshere's team came from two wins, and Gerard Nash's team came from two defeats.
The opening goal was scored by Bradley Burrows in the 13th minute. After 14 minutes, Cole Brannigan fired home Aston Villa second goal. After 24 minutes, Michal Rosiak struck for Arsenal, from the penalty spot. Jack Wilshere's team scored their second goal of the game through Louie Copley, with 45 minutes already played.
After the break, Max Lott had a golden opportunity on his feet to score but missed a penalty. After 51 minutes, Louis Zecevic-John fired home for Arsenal. With 82 minutes on the clock, Max Asante-Boakye left his team with 10-man, after seeing a direct red card. In time added on, Chido Obi-Martin netted the final goal of the game.
After the result Arsenal are 3rd in the table, with 41 points, while Aston Villa sit 11th place, with 17 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Jack Wilshere's team visit Norwich City, whilst Gerard Nash's team will play at home against Crystal Palace.
4-2 | ||
Michal Rosiak 24' (pen.) Louie Copley 45' Louis Zecevic-John 51' Chido Obi-Martin 90' | Bradley Burrows 13' Cole Brannigan 14' |