Villa Clinch First Win at Tottenham with Manzambi Debut Goal

Aston Villa secured their first Premier League victory of the season, triumphing 3-2 over Tottenham Hotspur in a thrilling away encounter. Johan Manzambi opened his account on a full debut, with Nicolas Jackson and Emi Buendía also finding the net to ensure Villa head into the international break with three crucial points.

• Zion Suzuki delivered several impressive saves in the first half, notably a double save after a defensive lapse and stopping two more shots from Savio, which were crucial to maintaining the clean sheet before half-time.
• Manzambi, at 20 years and 340 days, became the third-youngest player to score on his full Premier League debut for the club and also provided an assist.
• John McGinn revealed Unai Emery had meticulously planned how to win the game, with Jackson's goal a direct result of work done in training.
• Under Unai Emery, Villa have now won 20 Premier League games against the 'commercial big six', more than any other side since November 2022.
• Buendía was exceptional, covering 7.5 miles, more than any other player, and has now been involved in five Premier League goals against Tottenham (4 goals, 1 assist).