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Aston Villa vs Burnley LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction

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Villa Park, home of Aston Villa Football Club
Villa Park, home of Aston Villa Football Club (Getty Images)

Follow live coverage as Aston Villa face Burnley today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Liverpool look to fend off competition from Arsenal, Manchester City and more.

The race for the Champions League places should also be a compelling battle, with a fifth place possible for English teams. Manchester United’s latest rebuild under Ruben Amorim sets expectations high once more after a dismal season last time out.

Meanwhile, it’s Burnley, Leeds United and Sunderland who made it back to the elite after promotion last year and each will have hope they can make it more than a one-year stay. Follow the latest live action from the Premier League below:

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Villa register their fourth successive victory in all competitions, as they hold on against Burnley to record an important 2-1 Premier League win in the Midlands. The home side completely dominated the first half, and deservedly opened the scoring through Malen’s resounding finish. The same trend persisted in the second half, and Villa doubled their lead, thanks to another superb effort from Malen. However, Burnley found a late route back into the match with Ugochukwu’s close-range header. Nevertheless, Villa protected their lead to secure three points, moving up to 13th, while Burnley stay 18th. Emery’s men posted a far higher expected goals (xG) tally of 1.37 to Burnley’s 0.42. They also took 15 shots, compared to the visitors’ five, to further emphasise their control. After the international break in the Premier League, Villa travel to Tottenham Hotspur, while Burnley host Leeds United. We hope you’ve enjoyed this live text commentary! Thank you!

5 October 2025 16:15

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Buendia continues to receive treatment after an unfortunate clash with Flemming.

5 October 2025 16:13

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Buendia looks okay and is back on his feet as he walks off the pitch without needing a stretcher.

5 October 2025 16:12

Aston Villa vs Burnley

FULL-TIME: ASTON VILLA 2-1 BURNLEY

5 October 2025 16:02

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Parker also makes a very late change as Worrall is introduced for Esteve.

5 October 2025 16:01

Aston Villa vs Burnley

As a result of his injury, Buendia is replaced by Maatsen.

5 October 2025 16:01

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Martinez is booked for something he's said to the referee. Buendia is still down and is being attended to by the medical team.

5 October 2025 15:54

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Burnley are not happy as there is a break in play, after Flemming catches Buendia in the face. The Villa man is down receiving treatment.

5 October 2025 15:53

Aston Villa vs Burnley

Villa make another change to protect their lead as Onana replaces Bogarde.

5 October 2025 15:52

Aston Villa vs Burnley

There will be five minutes of added time.

5 October 2025 15:51

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