Overview
- The stalemate at Selhurst Park kept Villa third and left them unable to take advantage of Manchester City’s draw with Brighton.
- Emery confronted referee Andy Madley after full-time, questioning why the late incident was not reviewed when an earlier Palace penalty claim had been checked.
- Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez went off with a calf injury at half-time, with Marco Bizot deputising and making key saves.
- Villa’s winless run extended to eight matches, increasing scrutiny of their recent form.
- Ollie Watkins hit the post for the visitors, while Palace boss Oliver Glasner praised his side’s resilience and called the draw fair.