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Manchester United vs Aston Villa LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction

Follow all the action from Old Trafford

Luke Baker
Tuesday 26 December 2023 19:00 GMT
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Old Trafford, home of Manchester United Football Club
Old Trafford, home of Manchester United Football Club (Getty Images)

The 2023/24 Premier League season is under way and you can follow every game and every goal right here with The Independent.

This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years.

Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight.

Follow the latest action from the Premier League below.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

The full-time whistle sparks jubilant celebrations at Old Trafford as United fans celebrate a magnificent 3-2 comeback victory over Villa. They were left with it all to do as McGinn's bizarre free-kick and Dendoncker's flicked finish had the visitors two goals to the good at the break, but United's young guns managed to turn things around. Firstly, Garnacho fired home from Rashford's low cross, before the Argentine levelled with a deflected effort. Hojlund got the winner, taking advantage of a loose McGinn touch in the box to find the back of the net for his first Premier League goal, one that proved to be the winner as the hosts saw out the remaining minutes. It's a huge win for United as they end their winless run, picking up three points that move them up to sixth. For Villa, they miss the opportunity to move level on points with leaders Liverpool, staying in third. They will look to get back to winning ways when they host struggling Burnley on Saturday, while United will hope to win again when they travel to Nottingham Forest. That is all we have for you from Old Trafford, so thanks for your company and goodbye!

26 December 2023 22:05

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

FULL-TIME: MANCHESTER UNITED 3-2 ASTON VILLA

26 December 2023 22:00

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Iroegbunam hauls down Hannibal out of frustration, and United have a free-kick as precious seconds continue to tick away.

26 December 2023 21:58

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Villa have not been able to really trouble United in this added time, though there is still enough time for the visitors to find an equaliser.

26 December 2023 21:57

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Eriksen makes way for Gore as United look to see out these remaining minutes.

26 December 2023 21:55

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Substitution Alejandro Garnacho Ferreyra Hannibal Mejbri

26 December 2023 21:54

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Garnacho looks for his hat-trick as he latches onto Fernandes' long throughball, though he is crowded out before he can find the back of the net and make the points safe.

26 December 2023 21:53

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

There are a few groans around Old Trafford as the fourth official's board indicates there will be NINE minutes of added time! Can United hold on?

26 December 2023 21:51

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Having scored what could prove to be the winner, Hojlund comes off to a great reception from the home crowd. Kambwala is on in his place as Ten Hag looks to shore up his defence.

26 December 2023 21:49

Manchester United vs Aston Villa

Konsa is booked for a late sliding challenge on Garnacho.

26 December 2023 21:47

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