Aston Villa picked up a big win on Saturday evening, beating Leeds United 1-0 at Elland Road.
Villa were without Jack Grealish due to injury, but they still managed to pick all three points against the Whites.
Anwar El Ghazi stepped up with the winning goal, turning home Ollie Watkins’ cross with a left-footed strike.
Villa stood strong and didn’t allow Leeds back into the game, with Dean Smith’s side now just six points off the Champions League places.
Grealish wasn’t the only man out of action, as Matty Cash was also missing, meaning Ahmed Elmohamady came into the side at right back.
The Egyptian equipped himself well and didn’t allow the dangerous Raphinha to wreak havoc like he has in recent weeks.
John McGinn has now told the Daily Mail that he thinks Raphinha is one of the best players in the entire Premier League, which is huge praise for the Brazilian wide man.
McGinn added that Cash has been ‘different class’ this season, but felt Elmohamady was ‘excellent’ in defending Raphinha, highlighting that as a key to the Villa’s win.
“Big shout to Elmo,” said McGinn. “Cash has been different class all season but Elmo came in today against one of the best players in the league (Raphinha) and was excellent,” he added.
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