GALLERY: Villans in action in Ohio

Columbus Crew provided the opposition in the first match of Aston Villa’s three-game tour of the USA.

The MLS Cup champions proved a stern test for Unai Emery’s side at Lower.com Field as the team banked valuable pre-season minutes.

Fans got a first glimpse of Amadou Onana and Ian Maatsen in action, while Cameron Archer bagged Villa’s goal on the night.

View a gallery from the game below…