Aston Villa Defeats West Ham in FA Cup

In the FA Cup third round, Aston Villa overcame West Ham United 2-1, marking a bittersweet debut for new West Ham manager Graham Potter. West Ham initially took the lead with an early goal from Lucas Paquetá, showcasing Potter's tactical influence despite limited preparation time. However, Villa equalized through Amadou Onana, benefiting from a controversial corner, before Morgan Rogers scored the winner shortly after. This victory allowed Villa to celebrate their 150th anniversary with style, while West Ham left Villa Park with injuries to key players and concerns over their relegation battle. Potter's return to management raises questions about West Ham's future after the sacking of Julen Lopetegui, who had a tumultuous tenure. The match highlighted the resilience of Villa and the challenges ahead for Potter in revitalizing West Ham's fortunes.