Here is a look at the xG (expected goals) stats from Aston Villa vs Man City on December 6, 2023. A stunning result for Unai Emery’s men as they upset Pep Guardiola’s side.
Incredible as it may sound, Man City registered just two shots in the entire game, and that was the double save Martinez made off Erling Haaland in the 11th minute.
xG Aston Villa 1.46-0.39 Man City shots map (Actual score AVFC 1-0 MCFC)
1-0 Leon Bailey goal vs Man City xG 0.09
AVFC vs Manchester City 1-0 Match Stats for comparison
(Villa stats on left; MCFC on right)
City were third in the PL standings at the end of Round 14 (after their 3-3 Spurs draw), but were leapfrogged by the Villans as a result of this 1-0 loss.