Three In The Pocket! Amadou Onana Takes Dig At Man United After Win At Villa Park

Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana couldn't resist a subtle jab at Manchester United following his team's impressive 2-1 victory at Villa Park on Sunday. The Belgian international, who has become a key figure in Unai Emery's side, appeared to reference his decision to join Villa over United back in 2024, suggesting he made the right choice for his career.

Villa secured their tenth consecutive win in all competitions thanks to a stunning strike from Morgan Rogers and Onana's solid performance in midfield. Rogers's brace propelled Aston Villa to their seventh consecutive top-flight match win for the first time since 1989-90. The victory further solidified Villa's position in the top three, intensifying their pursuit of a first English title since 1981.

The match was a hard-fought contest, with United initially threatening. Matheus Cunha's goal leveled the score right before halftime after Rogers's initial strike. However, Rogers's second goal in the 57th minute ultimately sealed the win for the home side. Despite United's efforts to equalize, Villa's defense, led by a returning Emiliano Martinez, held firm.

Onana's dig at Manchester United stems from his transfer saga in 2024. Despite interest from the Red Devils, the midfielder chose to move to Aston Villa, a decision that raised eyebrows at the time. His agent, Melissa Onana, revealed that Amadou was convinced by the "crystal clear sporting project" at Villa Park, where he felt he could continue to develop. She also acknowledged that while United offered better financial terms, they had already committed to Aston Villa.

Since joining Aston Villa, Onana has become an integral part of the team, showcasing his combative style and ability to control the midfield. He has formed a strong partnership with Boubacar Kamara, contributing to Villa's impressive form. His performances have also earned him praise from manager Unai Emery, who has challenged him to create more danger and play forward with pace.

Speaking after the win against Manchester United, Onana alluded to his previous decision, stating that he felt "right at home" at Aston Villa and that the club's ambition aligned with his own. While he didn't directly mention Manchester United, the timing of his comments suggested a veiled jab at the club he turned down.

The victory over Manchester United marked Aston Villa's tenth successive win in all competitions, their best winning run since 1914. Unai Emery has transformed Villa Park into a fortress, with the team suffering only one Premier League home defeat in 2025, fewer than any other team. As Villa continue their impressive form, Onana's decision to choose Villa over United appears to be vindicated, with the midfielder playing a key role in the club's success.