Tariq Lamptey Scores Late Equalizer as Brighton Hold Aston Villa to 2-2 Draw

Aston Villa miss the chance to close the gap on the Premier League's top four after Brighton's late comeback at Villa Park.

Brighton secured a 2-2 draw against Aston Villa with Tariq Lamptey's 81st-minute goal following a clever assist from João Pedro.
Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrated his 29th birthday with a goal and an assist, helping Morgan Rogers put the hosts ahead early in the second half.
Simon Adingra opened the scoring for Brighton after a defensive error by Ezri Konsa, highlighting Villa's inconsistent form this season.
Villa remain in ninth place, six points off the Premier League's top four, while Brighton's winless streak extends to seven matches in all competitions.
The match featured significant VAR decisions, including a penalty awarded to Villa after a foul on Morgan Rogers, which Watkins converted.