Erik ten Hag’s side had failed to score in three of their last four Premier League matches before facing Aston Villa, and they rarely threatened today. A point halts some of the bleeding, but they remain in the bottom half of the league table with one of their lowest points totals ever after seven matches.

Unai Emery admits Aston Villa’s exploits in midweek meant his side lacked ‘energy’ during their goalless draw with Manchester United.The two teams played out a forgettable stalemate at Villa

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