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Johan Manzambi headed the only goal as Aston Villa defeated Newcastle 1-0 on Saturday.
The striker, who nearly joined Newcastle during the summer before Villa secured his signature, directed a header past the hosts' goalkeeper to decide the contest. The finish was his second Premier League goal this season.
Newcastle, captained by Joelinton on his first start of the campaign, could not find a response despite opportunities after the interval. Sven Botman and Yoane Wissa both had chances to level for the home side but failed to convert. The Magpies made one change from Monday's 4-1 defeat to Coventry and have now suffered back-to-back league losses.
Villa manager Unai Emery made four alterations from his side's midweek Champions League victory over Fenerbahce, with Alysson making his first start for the club. The result lifted Aston Villa to 12th place in the table.
Source: ESPN - Sat Oct 17, 2:42 PM ET
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