Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction

Sarr breaks in again, being unselfish in passing to Mateta. However, the Frenchman kicks it over the bar. Fortunately for both, the flag went up for offside, partially sparing their blushes.

Doucoure has gone down, with the Palace physios coming on to check on the midfielder. He does get up, and is able to walk off the pitch without any major issues. He should be able to continue.

Munoz picks out Mitchell, who initially miskicks, but the ball goes back to him, and he puts it over the bar.

Villa go on the counter after Bailey steals it. It is a very good pass from the winger to play in Watkins. The striker cuts in and has a hit, which Henderson gets down to deny him. Much better from Villa, showing some signs of fight.

Despite having 70% of the possession so far, Villa have no shots on target 26 minutes in. That is a big problem at this stage for the Villans, who have yet to test Henderson.

Hughes brings Rogers down, with the referee giving a free-kick. Hughes receives a talking-to from the match official, warning him to cut it out. It is a chance for Villa via a free-kick.

McGinn gets a cross out, but once again, Henderson is able to come out and gather as the ball was close enough for the Palace keeper to grab it.

Villa are definitely carrying the game as expected. They are starting to create a bit more, but the final ball is lacking from the wingers, which is definitely a hindrance. If they can start getting some more accurate crosses, the opportunities will come.

Mateta dispossesses Tielemans, allowing Hughes to mount a counter. He picks out Mateta, but his shot is gathered by Martinez. A great chance for Palace to double their advantage.

Munoz tries to get around Maatsen and get a cross away, but the Colombian puts a bit too much into his dribble, with the ball going out for a Villa goal-kick.