Aston Villa Stuns Newcastle with Manzambi's Winner
Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi contributed a decisive goal that secured a 1-0 victory for his side over Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Johan Manzambi, who almost joined Newcastle United in the summer, came back to haunt his former suitors with the winner for Aston Villa.
Aston Villa's manager, Unai Emery, marked his 100th Premier League victory with the win.
Newcastle United had not lost at home in six months before this defeat.
Aston Villa's victory lifted them to 12th in the Premier League table, while Newcastle United remain above them on goal difference.
Manzambi's goal was enough to give Aston Villa the win, despite Newcastle United's best efforts to equalize.
Why it matters
This match highlights the competitive nature of the Premier League, with even the smaller teams capable of pulling off upsets.
What's next
Aston Villa will look to build on this win as they face their next Premier League opponents.
How the story unfolded
- The Guardian Newcastle v Aston Villa: Premier League – live
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- Yahoo Sports – BBC Sport comments from ‘neutrals’ on Newcastle United after 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa ↗
- Sky Sports – Manzambi haunts Newcastle with winner for Aston Villa ↗
- BBC News – Manzambi heads Villa to victory at Newcastle ↗
- The Guardian – Newcastle v Aston Villa: Premier League – live ↗
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Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi contributed a decisive goal that secured a 1-0 victory for his side over Newcastle United at St James' Park. Aston Villa won 1-0 at Newcastle United
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FlashFeed published this brief on October 18, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from The Guardian, is dated October 17, 2026.
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Johan Manzambi scored the only goal Unai Emery marked his 100th Premier League victory
Why does the Soccer News Premier League news matter?
This match highlights the competitive nature of the Premier League, with even the smaller teams capable of pulling off upsets.
What happens next with Soccer News Premier League?
Aston Villa will look to build on this win as they face their next Premier League opponents.
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