Controversy as Man United Deny Villa Champions League

Aston Villa missed out on Champions League qualification after a controversial 2-0 defeat to Manchester United, highlighted by a disallowed Morgan Rogers goal after referee Thomas Bramall blew for a foul on United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, rendering the incident unreviewable by VAR. Villa, already reduced to 10 men following Emiliano Martinez's red card, saw United take the lead through Amad Diallo, with Christian Eriksen scoring a late penalty. Villa's manager Unai Emery and captain John McGinn criticized the officiating and announced plans to file an official complaint to the Premier League, arguing that a more experienced referee should have been assigned. The result left Villa in sixth place, securing Europa League football, while Manchester United finished a disappointing 15th. Newcastle, Chelsea, and Manchester City claimed the remaining Champions League spots on the final day. The match capped off a poor season for United, despite the impressive performance in this fixture.