Silva strikes stunner in Manchester City's 2-1 over Aston Villa

Sublime first-half goals from Ruben Dias and Bernardo Silva helped Manchester City to a 2-1 win at Aston Villa.

City dominated the opening half and took a lead in the 27th minute through Dias. Silva doubled their advantage with a breathtaking effort in the 43rd, volleying superbly past Martinez from 15 meters after City broke away from their own penalty area with Riyad Mahrez releasing Gabriel Jesus on the right flank.

Villa sprung back to life shortly after half-time as Watkins found space in a crowded penalty area to drive in a half-volley inside the near post from 10 meters.

The result left City second in Premier League standings on 32 points from 14 games, one behind leaders Chelsea. Aston Villa stayed in 13th spot with 16 points after their first defeat under new manager Steven Gerrard.

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