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Amorim backs Yoro, Heaven and Sesko after costly Villa defeat

Ruben Amorim
December 2025

Manchester United missed the chance to close on the Champions League places with a 2-1 loss at Villa Park, as Morgan Rogers punished defensive gaps and a rusty Benjamin Sesko spurned big first-half chances in his first start since returning from a knee injury. Amorim defended Yoro and Heaven against criticism over their 1v1 defending and backed Sesko to improve with more minutes, while confirming Bruno Fernandes faces “a while” out with soft-tissue damage, leaving United short of experience and reliant on young defenders in a key festive stretch.

Keane and Neville slam Yoro after Villa defeat

Leny Yoro
December 2025

Leny Yoro’s display in United’s loss at Villa Park drew fierce criticism from Roy Keane and Gary Neville, with the 20-year-old defender blamed for giving Morgan Rogers too much space for both goals in a defeat that exposed United’s off-ball weaknesses. Keane accused Yoro and teammates like Diogo Dalot of failing to “roll their sleeves up”, saying United are one of the league’s worst sides out of possession, cut corners defensively and deserved to be punished for not doing the ugly work required at elite level.

Bruno injury sours United’s Villa defeat and exposes fragile form

Bruno Fernandes
December 2025

Manchester United’s trip to in-form Aston Villa ended in a 2-1 defeat, with Morgan Rogers scoring twice around Matheus Cunha’s equaliser and extending Villa’s winning run to ten games in all competitions while exposing familiar defensive lapses. Ruben Amorim tweaked his 3-4-3 to crowd midfield and saw United compete well, but Bruno Fernandes limped off with a hamstring issue and Cunha later headed a huge chance wide, leaving United with two wins from eight league matches.

Hungry and angry Rogers leads Villa fightback at Elland Road

Morgan Rogers
November 2025

Morgan Rogers produced a decisive brace in Aston Villa’s 2-1 comeback win at Leeds, flicking in a clever equaliser before burying a second-half free kick, as Unai Emery’s side claimed a sixth victory in seven league games to sustain their momentum. Emery praised Rogers for playing “hungry and angry”, saying the forward responded to early-season struggles and extra attention by delivering at a vital moment, and challenged him to maintain this edge as Villa chase greater attacking consistency and another push toward the top four.

Farke faces furious Elland Road as Villa loss drags Leeds into drop zone

Daniel Farke
November 2025

Leeds slipped to a damaging 2-1 home defeat to Aston Villa, their fifth loss in six league games, dropping them into the relegation zone for the first time this season as a furious Elland Road crowd confronted the team and intensified scrutiny on Daniel Farke. Farke argued Leeds had turned back toward their best, claiming his side dominated long spells, yet lamented soft goals down the left and another lapse straight after half time, insisting that if they keep performing at this level results and points will eventually follow.

Tuchel says Bellingham must accept substitutions as England spirit comes first

Thomas Tuchel (England)
November 2025

Thomas Tuchel addressed claims Jude Bellingham did not fully embrace England’s collective after being substituted for Morgan Rogers, saying any impression of individual frustration is a bad look when camp messages stress unity, shared sacrifice and acceptance of tough decisions during a crowded international schedule. Tuchel said he would review footage but believes everyone celebrated Harry Kane’s goals together, stressing that both Bellingham and Rogers want to play every minute yet must accept rotation. He repeated that behaviour is key and that players must handle in game choices without public displays of dissent.

Villa lock in Morgan Rogers on new long-term deal

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
November 2025

After a sluggish start mirroring Villa’s early form, Rogers has rebounded for club and country and agreed fresh terms that elevate him among Villa’s top earners, extending security beyond his original 2030 horizon.
How: The upturn under Unai Emery restored trust in his role as an attacking midfielder/wing option. The longer runway deters suitors ahead of January and protects resale value as Villa chase domestic and European targets.

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers Plays Down Exit Talk Amid Spurs, Chelsea Links

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
August 2025

organ Rogers has dismissed speculation of a summer exit despite heavy links with Tottenham and Chelsea. Spurs see him as an Eberechi Eze alternative, while Chelsea are also monitoring, but Rogers reaffirmed his happiness at Villa where he is under contract until 2030. Rogers said his focus remains solely on playing for Unai Emery’s side and enjoying football rather than transfers, though he admitted he cannot predict the future. With Spurs’ Eze setback and Chelsea exploring options, Rogers’ consistent 2024-25 form keeps him in demand.

Aston Villa Determined to Keep Chelsea Target Morgan Rogers

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
Summer 2025

Aston Villa will try to keep Rogers despite Chelsea’s revived interest. The forward is happy at Villa Park, with his contract running until 2030.
Chelsea must submit a significant bid to convince Villa, while Manchester City remain attentive to their former academy player’s rise.

Chelsea Target Breakout Star Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa

Morgan Rogers (Aston Villa)
April 2025

Chelsea are preparing a summer bid for Rogers, who has emerged as a top talent under Unai Emery at Villa this season.
Despite Villa’s desire to keep him, financial constraints could force a sale. Rogers is under contract until 2030 and is a strong contender for PFA Young Player of the Year.

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