Watkins ends goal drought as Villa beat West Ham
BBC Sport · 2026-03-22 · archive
Ollie Watkins ends his six-game goal drought, as Aston Villa win 2-0 over relegation-threatened West Ham United.
The Story So Far
West Ham United suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Aston Villa, a result that compounds the club's current struggles near the bottom of the Premier League table. The match featured a decisive goal from Ollie Watkins, who successfully ended a scoring drought lasting six matches. This loss leaves the Hammers in a battle against relegation, as they failed to secure any points from the encounter. The two-goal margin highlights the challenges facing the squad as they attempt to move away from the drop zone. Maintaining top-flight status remains a primary concern following this latest setback in league play.
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