Aston Villa 1-0 Wolves Player Ratings: Kamara Rated 8.5/10 as His Stunner Secures a 1-0 Victory

Wolves arguably had the best chance of the half. Yerson Mosquera rattled the crossbar just before the break. That moment felt like a huge let-off for the home side. The game needed a moment of brilliance to break the deadlock. And it came from an unlikely source in the second half. Boubacar Kamara's incredible long-range strike in the 67th minute was worthy of winning any Premier League game. It was a goal that came somewhat against the run of play.

After that, Villa managed the game professionally defending their lead with determination. Wolves pushed hard for an equalizer in the dying minutes but found Emiliano Martínez in inspired form. This was a crucial three points for Villa, secured through a single moment of absolute quality in what was otherwise a very tight match.

Here are Aston Villa Vs Wolves Player Ratings

Aston Villa Player Ratings vs Wolves

Here are Aston Villa Player Ratings vs Wolves

Goalkeeper

Emiliano Martínez - 7.5: What a reliable presence he is. He made four crucial saves to keep his clean sheet intact. We noticed his command of the area, especially late in the game. When Wolves were throwing everything forward, he was calm. His distribution was decent enough too. A very good performance that was key to the win.

Defenders

Matty Cash - 7.0: A typically energetic display from Cash. He won 8 of his 13 duels which shows his combativeness. He was always looking to support the attack and drew several fouls. His final ball wasn't always perfect but his work rate was undeniable. A solid and dependable performance from the right-back.

Ezri Konsa - 8.0: Absolutely colossal at the back. What stood out to us was his near-perfect passing accuracy of 99%. He won all of his duels and made seven vital clearances. He even created a couple of chances going forward. It was an almost flawless defensive masterclass from him today.

Pau Torres - 6.5: A bit of a mixed bag for the Spaniard. He was composed on the ball with 93% pass accuracy. However, he missed a big chance early on that he should have buried. Defensively he was okay, winning half his duels, but looked a little vulnerable at times. Not his best day but not a disaster either.

Lucas Digne - 7.5: Excellent performance from the left-back. He was a constant threat with his crossing, creating two good chances. Defensively, he was superb, winning all of his duels. It was a well-rounded display showing both his defensive solidity and attacking prowess. He really impressed us.

Midfielders

Boubacar Kamara - 8.5: The match-winner and our man of the match. His goal was an absolute stunner from outside the box. Beyond the goal, he was a dominant force in midfield. He won eight duels and was crucial in breaking up play. This was a complete midfield performance capped by a moment of pure magic.

John McGinn - 8.0: A real captain's performance. He provided the assist for Kamara's wonder goal. He also created four chances and made a staggering 11 ball recoveries. He was everywhere, working tirelessly for the team. His energy and determination were infectious throughout the match.

Youri Tielemans - 8.0: Ran the show in midfield before he was substituted. He was so calm and composed on the ball. He had a couple of good shots on target and created two chances. From our perspective, he dictated the tempo of the game for Villa. A very classy and influential display.

Morgan Rogers - 6.0: A frustrating afternoon for the midfielder. He was unlucky to hit the woodwork. However, he lost possession far too often, 18 times in total. He seemed to work hard but lacked the final product. It was a day of 'what ifs' for him.

Emiliano Buendía - 5.5: A very quiet game for him before being hooked early in the second half. He struggled to get involved and his passing was unusually sloppy. He only completed 72% of his passes and lost the ball 11 times. A performance he'll be eager to move on from.

Forwards

Donyell Malen - 6.5: He was a livewire but ultimately lacked the killer instinct. He got into great positions and had five shots. But only one of them tested the keeper. It was a performance full of threat but low on end product. He needs to be more clinical.

Substitutes

Ollie Watkins - 6.5: Came on and provided a focal point for the attack. Didn't have any clear chances himself but his presence occupied the defenders.
Ross Barkley - N/A: On for a short while before getting injured.
Amadou Onana - N/A: Came on late to add fresh legs.
Jadon Sancho - N/A: Looked bright in his brief cameo.
Lamare Bogarde - N/A: Helped see out the game.

Manager

U. Emery Etxegoien - 7.5: His game plan worked perfectly. His team was organized and disciplined, waiting for one moment to strike. He made the right changes at the right time to secure the lead. A tactically astute victory for the Villa boss.

Wolves Player Ratings vs Aston Villa

Here are Wolves Player Ratings vs Aston Villa

Goalkeeper

Sam Johnstone - 7.5: He can hold his head high despite the loss. He made five important saves to keep his team in the contest. He had absolutely no chance with Kamara's sensational strike. A very strong performance from the Wolves keeper.

Defenders

Yerson Mosquera - 6.0: A game of highs and lows. He was so unlucky to see his header crash off the crossbar. That could have changed the entire match. However, he struggled in his duels and picked up a booking. It was a chaotic performance.

Emmanuel Agbadou - 6.0: A steady, if unspectacular, performance. He made five clearances and was generally in the right position. His distribution with long balls was poor, though. He did his job defensively without standing out.

Toti - 7.5: Led his team by example. The captain was a rock in defense, making seven clearances and three tackles. His passing was incredibly accurate and he was a calming influence at the back. A really solid display from the central defender.

Midfielders

Jackson Tchatchoua - 6.5: Showed flashes of what he can do. He created two chances, including one big one. But he was also wasteful in possession for a player with so few touches. An inconsistent but occasionally dangerous outing.

David Møller Wolfe - 5.0: A day to forget. He really struggled to make any sort of impact on the game. He lost most of his duels and gave away fouls, eventually earning a yellow card. It wasn't a surprise to see him substituted.

André - 8.0: Wolves' best player on the park, in our opinion. He was a machine in the midfield, winning nine duels and making five tackles. He also contributed offensively, creating two chances. His energy was immense, though a yellow card blotted his copybook slightly.

João Gomes - 6.5: A typical workhorse performance. He was industrious and recovered the ball nine times. He kept things tidy in the middle of the park. However, he offered very little going forward. Solid but unspectacular.

Forwards

Jhon Arias - 5.5: He was largely anonymous. He failed to get any shots on target and struggled to get involved in the play. He got a late yellow card for a clumsy challenge. A very quiet and ineffective performance from the attacker.

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - 7.0: Looked like one of Wolves' most likely sources of a goal. He was lively and won an impressive 7 of his 10 duels. He got a shot on target and was always trying to make things happen. It was a surprise when he was taken off.

Jørgen Strand Larsen - 4.5: A really tough day at the office for the striker. From our perspective, he just never got into the game. He lost the majority of his duels and missed a big chance that could have changed the match. He looked isolated and struggled against Villa's backline. A performance he will want to forget quickly.

Substitutes

Tawanda Chirewa - 6.0: Brought some energy but couldn't find a breakthrough.
Hugo Bueno - N/A: Came on late.
Mateus Mané - N/A: Had one shot saved late on.
Tolu Arokodare - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Manager

R. Edwards - 6.0: His team was well-organized and hard to break down. They created a few good chances but lacked the clinical edge to finish them. The tactics were sound, but his players just couldn't provide the moment of quality needed. A frustrating day for him.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Kamara