Aston Villa and Crystal Palace Share Points in Thrilling 2-2 Draw

Unai Emery's Aston Villa end losing streak but defensive frailties persist as Crystal Palace rue missed opportunity.

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins and Ross Barkley each scored to equalize after Crystal Palace twice took the lead through Ismaila Sarr and Justin Devenny.
Villa's Youri Tielemans missed a controversial penalty, saved by Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson, who delivered a standout performance.
Defensive lapses continue to trouble Villa, with manager Unai Emery acknowledging issues in transition play and set-piece defending.
Crystal Palace, struggling with squad depth and injuries, dropped points despite a strong first-half performance and Devenny's first Premier League goal.
Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made a crucial late save to deny Jeffrey Schlupp, preserving a point for the home side.