England international Morgan Rogers delivered a masterclass performance at Elland Road, netting twice to orchestrate Aston Villa's remarkable 2-1 triumph over Leeds United.
The playmaker, fresh from international duty where he has displaced Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham from England's starting eleven, demonstrated precisely why he commands such selection priority.
His brace included a sublime free-kick that sailed over the defensive wall with exquisite technique in the 75th minute.
The victory marks another chapter in Villa's extraordinary resurgence this season.
Morgan Rogers was Aston Villa's hero with two fine goals against Leeds
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Rogers' display underscored his burgeoning reputation as one of England's most promising talents, justifying his elevation above one of world football's most celebrated midfielders.
The match began with Leeds seizing the initiative when Lukas Nmecha forced the ball home from point-blank range.
The goal followed Anton Stach's header, which Villa defender Ezri Konsa had desperately cleared from the goalline.
Officials conducted a video review to determine whether Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez had been obstructed during the build-up, but the goal stood. The atmosphere at a raucous Elland Road reached fever pitch.
Villa's response arrived three minutes after the interval when Rogers expertly directed Donyell Malen's delivery into the net. The equaliser shifted momentum decisively towards the visitors.
Morgan Rogers scored directly from a free-kick in the second half
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Rogers then produced his moment of brilliance, dinking in his free-kick with remarkable precision to secure all three points for Villa.
Leeds nearly salvaged a point when Dominic Calvert-Lewin found the net just two minutes following Rogers' spectacular free-kick.
However, officials ruled the effort out for handball, preserving Villa's advantage.
The Birmingham club's transformation has been nothing short of remarkable.
After failing to secure a single victory in their opening five fixtures, they have now claimed six wins from their subsequent seven encounters.
This latest triumph exemplifies their newfound resilience and tactical maturity under pressure.
The team's ability to overturn deficits and maintain composure in hostile environments speaks volumes about their championship credentials.
Their resurgence from early-season struggles to consistent excellence represents one of the campaign's most compelling narratives.
Leeds went ahead through Lucas Nmecha but the loss leaves them in the relegation zone
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Villa's ascent to fourth position in the Premier League table represents a significant achievement for the Midlands outfit.
Their remarkable recovery from a winless start has propelled them into Champions League contention.
Meanwhile, Leeds United's predicament grows increasingly dire. The newly-promoted side has suffered five defeats in their previous six outings, a dismal run that has seen them plummet into the relegation places.
The Yorkshire club's inability to capitalise on home advantage against resurgent opposition highlights their current vulnerabilities.
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Their descent into the bottom three will undoubtedly intensify pressure on the management and playing staff.
Later today, Arsenal host Tottenham in the north London derby, with the Gunners seeking to extend their advantage to six points over second-placed Chelsea. Manchester City sit one point behind Chelsea in third position.