Ally McCoist criticizes Aston Villa for their poor defending against Phil Foden’s free kick for Man City.

Manchester City’s English midfielder, Phil Foden, showcased his skills during their Premier League match against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium. Foden’s free-kick in added time of the first half secured City’s second goal and gave them the lead once again.

However, TNT Sports pundit Ally McCoist was far from impressed with Aston Villa’s defensive wall during Foden’s goal. After Jhon Duran had equalized Rodri’s opener for Villa, City needed a response, and Foden delivered with a powerful shot that seemed to go through the wall.

McCoist described the wall as “embarrassing” at such a crucial moment in the match. He questioned whether Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was expecting a similar free-kick to the previous one taken by Alvarez. McCoist believed the ball went through the wall as Villa forward Nicolo Zaniolo jumped away from his teammate Ezri Konsa and into the net, leaving Olsen helpless.

The pundit expressed his disappointment, stating, “You cannot be having that. That’s embarrassing for a defensive wall to turn your back like that. Take nothing away from the finish, but dear me, Fletch. Really, really poor.” McCoist emphasized the impact of such a mistake, as it cost Villa a goal and ultimately left them trailing 2-1 at halftime.

In summary, Foden’s goal was a moment of brilliance for Manchester City, but it was marred by Aston Villa’s defensive lapse. McCoist’s criticism highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and concentration, especially in crucial moments of the game.