Manzambi scores winner as Aston Villa beats Newcastle
Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi, 21, scored his third goal for Aston Villa in a 1-0 victory over Newcastle on Saturday.
Aston Villa defeated Newcastle 1-0 on Saturday with a goal from midfielder Johan Manzambi, the 21-year-old Swiss star who turned 21 on Wednesday. Manzambi headed in unmarked from eight yards out after an excellent cross from Joao Gomes.
His third goal in Villa colours came since joining the club in the summer in a deal worth just over £50 million. Manzambi turned down Newcastle to move to Villa Park.
He has impressed quickly, with five goal contributions (three goals, two assists) in all competitions since his first start on September 19. Coach Unai Emery praised his impact: "He has made a very good impact with his qualities.
Skills and intelligence, both he has, and his physicality is very important." Manzambi is on a 10-player shortlist for the Kopa Trophy, awarded to the world's best player under 21.
- 21 years old
- Age
- Just over 50 million pounds
- Transfer fee
- 3 in all competitions
- Goals for Villa
- 5 total (3 goals, 2 assists)
- Goal contributions
Why it mattersVilla's young recruit is proving his £50 million transfer was worth it, with rapid-fire goals helping the club rebuild after a slow start to the season.
AustraliaThe Newcastle vs Aston Villa result matters to Australian Premier League followers and fantasy football players watching Manzambi's form closely.
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