GALLERY: Villa host Manchester City

Aston Villa fought Manchester City all the way at Villa Park on Wednesday night.

First half goals from Ruben Dias and Bernado Silva ultimately proved to be their undoing, despite Ollie Watkins' superb second half strike.

The match was also the club's Rainbow Laces fixture, with activities and displays taking place in support of the LGBTQ+ community. 

Here are the best pictures from the game...