Aston Villa won 1-0 against Brighton, with a late own goal, moving closer to Champions League qualification.

Aston Villa edged past Brighton 1-0 in a tight Premier League match, with Jack Hinshelwood scoring a late own goal after Tyrone Mings’ header deflected into his net. The win moved Villa within six points of league leaders Arsenal and bolstered their push for a Champions League spot. Brighton, winless in six games and sitting 14th, face growing pressure on manager Fabian Hurzeler. James Milner made a record-equalling 653rd Premier League appearance, matching Gareth Barry’s all-time mark.