Overview

• Donyell Malen scored both goals in a 2-1 victory at Villa Park, his first brace in English football, with Burnley replying late through Lesley Ugochukwu.
• Unai Emery deployed Malen centrally alongside Ollie Watkins, a shift he said allowed the forward to exploit his pace and finishing close to goal.
• Boubacar Kamara set up the opener and led the match in duels and passes among non-defenders, underlining his influence at the base of midfield.
• Pau Torres’ recent return to the XI has aligned with steadier defensive spells, with Burnley’s strike ending a 316-minute run without conceding during his latest stretch.
• Aston Villa have won four straight across the Premier League and Europa League and next face Tottenham, Manchester City, a European trip to Go Ahead Eagles, then Liverpool.