Aston Villa Defeat Tottenham 2-1 In Stunning Comeback Victory

Tottenham Hotspur’s bright start ended in disappointment on Sunday as Aston Villa fought back to claim a 2–1 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Spurs opened the scoring just five minutes into the match through Rodrigo Bentancur, who finished off a slick move from close range. The hosts looked dominant early on, pressing high and controlling possession, but their momentum began to fade midway through the first half.

Villa grew into the game and were rewarded in the 37th minute when Morgan Rogers produced a brilliant curling effort from the edge of the box to draw his side level.

In the second half, Tottenham struggled to regain control, and their defensive organization suffered following the late withdrawal of captain Cristian Romero, who pulled out before kickoff due to injury.

Aston Villa’s persistence paid off in the 77th minute when substitute Emiliano Buendía fired a low, precise shot into the bottom corner to seal the comeback win. Despite Tottenham’s late pressure, Villa held firm to secure all three points.

The victory marks Villa’s fifth straight win in all competitions, showcasing their growing confidence and resilience under pressure. Tottenham, on the other hand, were left to rue missed chances and lapses in concentration that cost them valuable points at home.

With the result, Villa climb into the top half of the Premier League table, while Spurs slip to sixth — raising questions about their ability to maintain consistency in crucial matches.

The game’s outcome has once again highlighted Tottenham’s struggles with defensive stability and game management, while Villa continue to impress as one of the league’s most tactically disciplined sides.