Aston Villa ended an eight-game Premier League winless streak with a commanding 3-1 victory over Brentford at Villa Park, a significant boost for Unai Emery’s side.

Villa, without a league win since October, struck early through Morgan Rogers’ spectacular curling shot from the edge of the box, leaving goalkeeper Mark Flekken helpless. Minutes later, Ollie Watkins coolly converted a penalty after being brought down by Ethan Pinnock, doubling Villa's lead. Despite Brentford's early dominance in possession, Villa made it 3-0 before halftime. Matty Cash smashed in a Rogers cross at the far post, completing a clinical first half.In the second half, Flekken made crucial saves, including denying Watkins’ header, while Brentford pulled one back through Mikkel Damsgaard’s fierce strike. However, Villa’s resilient performance ensured a much-needed win.