Aston Villa back to winning ways with victory at Brighton

Matty Cash and Ollie Watkins goals secure 2-0 win

Villa's first win in four games

Aston Villa returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory at Brighton Hove Albion on Monday night.

Goals from Matty Cash and Ollie Watkins secured the three points for Villa, who had lost their previous three Premier League games.

The victory moves Villa up to 11th in the table, while Brighton remain 14th.

Villa took the lead in the 17th minute when Cash headed home from a corner.

Watkins doubled the lead in the 67th minute with a fine finish from inside the area.

Brighton had chances to get back into the game, but they were unable to find a way past Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Villa's win was their first in four games and will give them a boost ahead of their next match against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.

Conclusion

Aston Villa's victory at Brighton was a much-needed result for the Villans, who had been struggling for form in recent weeks. The win moves Villa up to 11th in the table and gives them a boost ahead of their next match against Tottenham Hotspur.

Brighton, meanwhile, remain in 14th place and will be looking to bounce back when they host Chelsea on Saturday.