Aston Villa’s John McGinn put in a major shift against Leeds United today.
Even Leeds United fans might feel a degree of sympathy for Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn.
The Scottish ace wound up on the losing side at Villa Park today, but he didn’t deserve it.
Leeds hitman Kemar Roofe snatched a last-minute winner to seal a dramatic 3-2 victory for the Championship leaders, who trailed 2-0 to Aston Villa at the break.
Plenty of Villans allowed their performances to dip in the second period, but McGinn was immense for the hosts throughout.
It was an all-action midfield display from the 24-year-old who was exceptionally good in and out of possession, to the point where Leeds midfielder Adam Forshaw really struggled with him all afternoon.
Here is how Whites and Aston Villa fans reacted to his display:
Steve Bruce, sacked by Aston Villa in October, picked up the former Hibernian star for just £2.7 million in what looks like being one of the great bargains of last summer’s transfer window.
Bruce left the West Midlands club under something of a cloud, but there is no denying that he left Dean Smith with a gem and one who will be central to whatever the Villans achieve this season.
Leeds moved back to the top of the Championship as a result of their win.
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