Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Aston Villa substitute Danny Ings grabbed a late equaliser to secure a 1-1 home draw with Midlands rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers after trailing for much of Wednesday’s Premier League tussle.
Ings netted 12 minutes from time to level after Daniel Podence’s skilful goal handed Wolves an early lead and hope of moving out of the relegation zone.
But they stayed second from bottom after the draw at Villa Park while their hosts moved up one place to 11th position.
Podence showed some tricky footwork before firing home a left-footed effort in the 12th minute as Wolves made a bright start in their third league game under new manager Julen Lopetegui.
They served early notice of their potential when centre back Nathan Collins had his header cleared off the line by Ezri Konsa in the sixth minute.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
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Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
That was Costa's last involvement as he goes off to be replaced by Cunha, who comes on for his debut.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
The ball drops nicely for Costa to strike on the volley from 20 yards, but Konsa is well-placed to make an important block.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Emery looks on from the touchline as impatience starts to grow around Villa Park. The Spaniard has only lost three of his 28 previous home Premier League matches as a manager.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Today, Wolves are aiming to win their opening top-flight game in successive years for the first time since a run of three such victories between 1979 and 1981.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Hodge immediately into the thick of the action and seeks out Traore, who is offside as he looks to latch onto the throughball.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Villa may be tempted to introduce Ings soon. The England striker has scored in each of his last three appearances against Wolves.
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