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87% Pass Accuracy, 5 Ball Recoveries: Mile Jedinak impresses despite Aston Villa’s disappointing result

Aston Villa's Mile Jedinak (REUTERS)
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Aston Villa drew with Brentford last night, conceding a late equaliser.

Aston Villa's Mile JedinakAston Villa’s Mile Jedinak

Aston Villa blew another chance to record a win as they conceded a late goal to draw with Brentford.

They had been heading for a win after new signing Jonathan Kodjia had put them one up, but Jonathan Egan rescued a point for the vistors.

Aston Villa's Jonathan Kodjia shoots at goalAston Villa’s Jonathan Kodjia shoots at goal

Mile Jedinak was making his home debut and will be disappointed for it to have ended on a sour note.

The Australian was a calming presence in central midfield, and even provided the assist for Kodjia’s goal.

TeamSeasonPassing AccuracyWon TackleInterception WonBall RecoveryTouchesGoal AssistMins Played
Mile JedinakAston Villa2016-201787%21572190

Jedinak was confident in possession and showed just why he was rated so highly by Crystal Palace fans.

There was room for improvement though, with the 31-year-old appearing to tire late on, but this is to be expected after a slow start to the season before his transfer. A few more games for Villa and he should get even better.

They certainly need to kick on, with Roberto di Matteo’s side well off the pace at present. They are in 17th place, eight points behind Newcastle United and nine behind leaders Huddersfield.

New manager Roberto Di Matteo during the press conference Roberto Di Matteo